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Wallet

Software or a device that stores the private keys controlling your on-chain assets and signs transactions, such as MetaMask or a hardware wallet.

Published on June 30, 2025By Namefi Team
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A wallet in the crypto context is a digital tool that stores private keys and allows users to manage their blockchain-based assets. Unlike traditional wallets that hold physical currency, crypto wallets hold the cryptographic security keys that prove ownership of digital assets like cryptocurrencies and NFTs.

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Namefi Team
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Namefi is a collective of engineers, designers, and operators who obsess over building tools that make managing your onchain domain names effortless.