Revisiting the old question of wallet types

Choosing a crypto wallet depends on your usage, risks, and access needs. [https://invezz.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/unnamed.jpg] Crypto has been around for more than 15 years now (which is a little bit crazy to think about). However, even though we are about to enter its second decade in a few years, many newcomers and even some crypto veterans still get confused about which wallet type they should use. Is there a “best” option? Should you just keep everything on an exchange for maximum convenience? Or is a hardware wallet the gold standard for safety? The truth is, there’s no single perfect answer. The way you store your crypto depends on how you use it, what risks you’re willing to take, and how quickly you want to access your funds. And because the crypto world changes fast, from new blockchains to new scams, your answer today might not be the same one you’d give a year from now. Let’s break down the main options, how they fit into today’s market, and what trade-offs you need to think about. WHAT’S CHANGING IN CRYPTO The type of…