🧨 “Did you lose your bitcoins without lifting a finger?” Understand the controversy of wallets that charge for inactivity! 🧨

Did you know that some Bitcoin and crypto wallets are already withdrawing your balance if you stay inactive for too long?

Well… many users are discovering this the hard way: by logging in after months and finding the balance at ZERO. 😱

📌 What is happening?

Recently, the Alby wallet (used on the Lightning Network ⚡) caused an uproar after applying an “inactivity” clause: if you do not move your account for 12 months, your balance can be automatically withdrawn!

Several users report losses of significant amounts — from R$ 1.000 to over R$ 25.000! 💸

And it’s not just Alby:

NiceHash applies a monthly fee if you don’t use the account.

KuCoin charges a fee after 90 days of not using the KuCard.

🧠 Why does this matter to you?

If you have any custodial wallet, especially from smaller or older projects, read the terms of use and pay attention to inactivity clauses. Your balance can disappear while you sleep, travel, or simply forget for a few months. 😬

✅ How to protect yourself?

🔹 Make at least one transaction per year (even if minimal).

🔹 Prefer non-custodial wallets (you command your keys, you command the balance).

🔹 Save alerts to the calendar to "move" the portfolio before 12 months.

🔹 And whenever possible, read the terms before entrusting your money!

💬 Did you already know about this practice? Have you ever been caught off guard by inactivity fees? Share in the comments 👇 and spread the word so no one else falls into this trap! 🚨