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With an exchange account, a company controls the blockchain keys.

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You access your balance through its account system.

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With self-custody, you control the keys.

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You also take responsibility for backups, device security and transaction review.

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An exchange can pause withdrawals or fail.

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Self-custody can fail through lost backups, phishing or unsafe signatures. Neither removes every risk.

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Choose based on what you need and can manage safely.

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Learn a small withdrawal route before committing larger amounts.