Definition
A custodial wallet is a crypto wallet where a third party holds and manages your private keys. Learn the trade-offs of custodial wallets.
Why It Matters
Understanding Custodial Wallet helps you read crypto market data more accurately and make better-informed decisions when comparing coins, projects, and on-chain activity.
Where You'll See It
Custodial Wallet appears throughout cryptocurrency analytics on Crypto Market Watch — including coin profiles, rankings, and other glossary entries. Continue with related glossary terms or read the longer-form learn articles for deeper context.