#CEXvsDEX101
What’s the Difference?
New to crypto trading and not sure whether to use a CEX (Centralized Exchange) or DEX (Decentralized Exchange)? Here's a quick guide:
💡 CEX (like Binance):
✅ Easy to use
✅ High liquidity
✅ Customer support
⚠️ You don’t fully control your funds (the exchange holds your crypto)
💡 DEX (like Uniswap):
✅ Full control over your funds
✅ No sign-up needed
✅ Good for privacy
⚠️ Can be confusing for beginners
⚠️ Less support if something goes wrong
🎯 My take:
I prefer CEXs for quick trades and when I need high liquidity. But I turn to DEXs when I want to swap rare tokens or stay fully in control of my wallet.
📌 Pro tip for first-time DEX users:
Always double-check the token contract address, and try with a small amount first! Mistakes on DEXs can’t be reversed.
Which one do you prefer – CEX or DEX? Let’s talk! 👇