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Types of Bitcoin wallet
There are several types of Bitcoin wallets in use today, and each comes with its own security and stability tradeoffs: we'll talk about this in more detail in chapter two (coming soon), but to put it simply, there are wallets for regular cash withdrawals (hot wallets) and wallets for long-term savings (cold wallets). There are many types of open wallets, both warm and cold.
Bitcoin wallets come in various forms, each offering different levels of security, accessibility, and convenience. The main types include hardware wallets, software wallets, mobile wallets, web wallets, and paper wallets. Hardware wallets, like Ledger or Trezor, are physical devices that store Bitcoin offline, offering strong security against hacks. Software wallets run on desktops and are suitable for frequent transactions but are vulnerable to malware. Mobile wallets, such as Trust Wallet, offer portability and ease of use for daily spending. Web wallets are accessible from any device with internet but are more exposed to online threats. Lastly, paper wallets are physical printouts of private keys or QR codes, offering cold storage but requiring careful handling to avoid loss or damage.

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