Cold Storage
Keeping private keys offline to reduce risk of remote compromise.
Cold storage refers to storing private keys on devices not connected to the internet (e.g., hardware wallets, paper wallets, air-gapped devices). This reduces the attack surface compared to hot wallets.
Physical security, backup hygiene (seed phrases), and recovery testing are essential. Loss of seed = permanent loss of funds.
Related terms
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Wallet
→Software or hardware that manages crypto keys, creates addresses, signs transactions, and shows blockchain activity.
Air-gapped Wallet
→A wallet kept on a device that has never been connected to the internet.
Private Key
→A cryptographic key used to sign blockchain transactions and derive public keys; ultimate proof of control over funds.
All terms and definitions may update as the Cryptionary improves.
