BEST Crypto Hardware Wallets of 2024: Top Crypto Wallets Reviewed (2024)

Hardware wallets have always been the best way to secure your crypto, something that became even more evident after the disastrous events of 2022 that saw customers lose access to billions of dollars after the FTX, Celsius, BlockFi and Vault fiascos.

Hardware wallet companies like Ledger and Trezor saw record sales that year as crypto holders fled to the safety of hardware wallets. If you are on the search for a safe way to store your crypto, you have done well to find this article. I hope you find our best hardware wallet picks helpful.

Not your keys…

Imagine this scenario:

Your crypto portfolio is coming along nicely. That BTC you bought a couple of years ago sits slowly powering up its thrusters for another moon shot. You have a healthy amount of ETH, ready for it to become the future of web3. Maybe you have a stack of Altcoins that you plan on going all pirate-like with and burying someplace safe for the next decade. You log into your exchange account every so often to see how it’s all doing and ponder your next move, pondering perhaps what the best crypto wallet is.

If you have a few hundred dollars locked up in your portfolio and it’s all kept on a reputable exchange then maybe you don't have too much to worry about, or maybe you do, look at how many users were caught off guard by the FTX collapse. If you are keeping it on an exchange, at least be sure to have all the extra two-factor authentication options enabled and have set up anti-phishing emails if your exchange offers that feature.

The best exchanges have good security procedures in place to protect against hacks and unauthorized withdrawals and spend a lot of money every year on maintaining them, making hacks unlikely. In the unlikely event that the worst does happen, it’s not as though you’ve lost the family silver, though some crypto enthusiasts might be thinking, "psssh, forget the family heirlooms, losing the family Bitcoin is worse!"

Unlikely, yes. Impossible, no. Exchange hacks have happened before, with catastrophic consequences. Many grizzled crypto veterans still shudder to remember the Mt. Gox fiasco, while the BitGrail saga still resonates throughout the space, while more recent events like the KuCoin hack and FTX collapse leave you wondering how anyone can trust their funds on any centralized platform.

In successful hack cases, hackers made off with millions of dollars in crypto and investors were left staring in dumb horror at their computer screens. Then the insolvency and bankruptcy of Celsius, BlockFi and FTX caused millions of users to simply lose access to their funds overnight. These are the worst examples, but lessons have been learnt and security tightened, and the threats remain.

There are plenty of exchanges out there that are either downright shady, or else don’t invest enough in their security, or are simply poorly run. But it’s worth remembering that, if you store your coins on an exchange - no matter how well-regarded and secure it may be - you do not control them. The private keys to your crypto are held by the exchange and if something goes wrong there is little or nothing you can do about it.

For Guy's take on the best hardware wallets, be sure to check out his video on his top five secure hardware wallet picks in 2022:
(Note that this video was shot before we reviewed NGRAVE and BC Vault)

...Not Your Crypto

The best exchanges make security one of their top priorities. Most insist that users complete KYC (know your customer) procedures when registering. Two-factor authentication is usually required to log in and withdrawals are frequently limited to specific, whitelisted wallet addresses.

Any exchange worth considering will keep most of its funds in cold storage, without access to the internet. The drives with all the users’ private keys are then sometimes stored in secure vaults with air gaps and armed guards. The private keys containing access to the digital gold is treated as securely as though it were the real solid shiny stuff. The top exchanges also have insurance which means that if a breach does occur, any investors affected will be reimbursed.

You can rest assured though that the hackers won’t have given up. There’s too much money to be made (or stolen) and in some cases, the hackers have some pretty powerful interests behind them. Technology is advancing all the time with the newest, shiniest padlocks ending up looking rusty.

And quite aside from the threat of theft is the question of ownership. You’ve paid for your crypto, you will decide what to do with it, so you should have the keys to it. In these matters, it pays to listen to experience and those who have been knocking about the crypto ranges for a while will tell you that keeping your coins on an exchange is a bad idea.

Hardware Wallets: Take Ownership of Your Crypto

Once you’ve decided to forgo keeping your coins on whichever exchange you might be using, you have three main options. The first is to store them on a mobile wallet – basically, an app for your smartphone, check out Guy's top picks for the top mobile wallets.

These mobile wallets give you more control over your crypto and allow you greater freedom to use it to pay for goods and services. They do of course have one major downside, which you will probably have spotted: they’re still connected to the internet and therefore still vulnerable to attack.

The second option - and the one most likely to appeal to anyone born before about 1970 - is a paper wallet. Yes, paper… I seem to remember it now. Here you print out your private keys (usually in the form of a QR code) and keep them somewhere safe. There are benefits to doing it this way, of course. If you intend to hodl your coins for years to come then putting the keys in a drawer and forgetting all about them will stop you from ever spending or selling them.

As long as the piece of paper is kept safe and not lost or stolen, or put in the recycling by a well-meaning partner who has finally lost patience with you for not clearing out the study, then all should be well.

The third option is the one which concerns us today and is by far the best for those who hold a decent amount of crypto and want to keep it safe. Whether you’re a minnow or a whale or somewhere in between (a barracuda?) then a hardware wallet is what you should be using to store those coins, hence why we put together this article on the best crypto wallets to help you figure out which is the best choice for you.

Hardware wallets are physical devices with a secure element that store your private keys offline in a secure manner and keeps them safe from any outside attack. They can be plugged into a computer, or connected to a mobile device to enable users to manage and spend their crypto, but all aspects of any transactions and validations are done on the device itself. Even if the device being used is infected with malware or is otherwise compromised, the hardware wallet remains secure and nobody else can get access to the private keys.

Each of the wallets mentioned here today comes with the vitally important feature of being able to back up your wallet so you will be able to restore your wallet, and your funds, should you lose or damage the wallet that stores your private keys, so please follow good crypto security etiquette 101 and always ALWAYS be sure to back up any wallet you use, software or hardware. Keeping those recovery seed phrases stored safely will likely be the only way to recover your funds should something go astray with your crypto storage method of choice.

I highly recommend checking out our article on How to Keep Your Crypto Safe for a comprehensive article on all the best practices and steps you can take to ensure you are using crypto in the safest and most secure manner possible.

Top 5 Best Hardware Wallets for Cold Storage Solutions

There are a number of hardware wallets on the market and choosing the right one can be tricky. That’s why we’ve put together a handy guide to our top five below. There are a few things to weigh up before choosing which one is right for you and we’ll consider all of these in relation to each wallet:

• Security: Although hardware wallets are the safest option out there, some are more secure than others.
• Coins supported: All hardware wallets will store BTC, ETH and most other top cryptocurrencies. However, if your portfolio includes some lesser-known altcoins, then some wallets may not be suitable.
• Price: If your portfolio is relatively small then chances are you won’t want to pay top dollar for a device to store it on. As with any product, prices for hardware wallets vary.

One final point to remember when buying a hardware wallet is to always buy it directly from the maker. There have been a few instances of unscrupulous types buying a wallet, extracting the seed words and then reselling the device. When the unsuspecting buyer then loaded their crypto onto it, the scumbags were able to remove their funds using these seed words.

Avoid buying your wallet from eBay or anywhere else where it might have been interfered with and order straight from the supplier’s website. Most of them also offer free shipping, unless you happen to live somewhere particularly exotic.

So, armed with this knowledge, in no particular order, let’s take a look at the best hardware wallets on the market.

If you are interested in mobile or software wallets you may want to check out our Top 8 Mobile Wallets article.

Overall Best Hardware Wallet: Trezor Model T

Making our first mention on this list of the best crypto wallets is the Trezor Model T, the flagship product on offer from the guys over at Trezor. The Trezor brand is a creation of Prague-based company Satoshi Labs (Trezor means ‘vault’ in Czech) and the first crypto hard wallet was launched back in 2013.

This top-of-the-line secure hardware wallet comes in at $280 and supports over 1,000 crypto assets. Trezor has been audited by third-party security researchers and boasts a long-standing successful track record. Since the release, there have been no known instances of successful remote hacks resulting in loss of user funds to date. Trezor is widely considered the safest crypto wallet on the market.

Trezor can be used with the online Trezor web wallet on desktop or mobile, or via the downloaded Trezor suite app on desktop.

Trezor can also be integrated with web 3.0 wallets such as Metamask and has also formed a unique partnership and integration with the massively popular software wallet Exodus, combining the convenient features and the user interface of the Exodus software wallet with the security of the Trezor hardware wallet. You can read more about that in our Exodus Wallet Review.

Trezor offers two hardware wallets, the less robust and cheaper Trezor one and of course the flagship Model T. One of the most obvious benefits of the Model T over the Model One is that you have more coin support, and sensitive information such as the pin code and recovery phrases are entered directly on the Model T’s touch screen keeping all sensitive information off the computer, unlike the Trezor One.

A full list of coins supported by both the Trezor One and Trezor Model T can be found on the Trezor Asset Support page.

• Price: $219 (€219)
• Coins supported: 1,000+ Full list

Another great benefit of the Trezor Model T over the Model One device is that it has a user-friendly colour touch screen. I found this to be way more efficient than having to shuffle with the buttons on both the Model One device as well as the ledgers. Trezor is compatible with the major computer operating systems: Windows, Mac, Linux, and works with Android for mobile. Apple’s IOS and Windows mobile operating systems, as well as the Chrome OS are not yet supported.

Setting up the Model T is also pretty quick and very user-friendly. All you will need to do is install the bridge and ensure that the firmware is up to date and that should be it. While the Model T is the premium device offered by Trezor, many users do not feel that it is worth more than double the price of the Trezor One.

While both are fantastic options for crypto storage offering top-level security, if you don’t need the additional asset support and don’t mind not having a touchscreen, then picking up the Trezor one for $65 is a cheaper and surefire way to ensure your funds are safe. Trezor is also highly respected and trusted as all the code for the Trezor wallets has been released and is completely open source.

We have an article where we break down the two Trezor wallets to help you decide which Trezor is right for you.

Not sure how to set up your Trezor? Watch Guy's step-by-step video guide below!

👉 How to Set up a Trezor!

Best Hardware Wallet With Bluetooth Functionality: Ledger Nano X

The number two mention on our list goes to Ledger’s Nano X. For those that don’t know, Ledger is a company that is based in France and they are considered the standard in the hardware wallet market. When it comes to hardware wallet manufacturers, Trezor and Ledger are certainly the creams of the crop. The Ledger Nano X is the premier product in the Ledger stable and is more expensive than the entry-level Nano S.

It is important to highlight some recent Ledger controversies for you to consider before making your choice:

In early 2023, Ledger announced that they would be releasing a service called Ledger Recover, a method for users to be able to recover their secret keys should they be lost. While this sounds great in theory, the announcement sent shockwaves of fury through the industry and has led to many users ditching their devices and seeking alternatives.

I won't go into great detail as Guy covered the Ledger blunder in his Ledger Risks video, but the TL;DR is that Ledger announced an ID-based key recovery service that would back up users' seed phrases and require users to provide a passport or national identity card for identity confirmation. Despite security assurances from Ledger, the service has sparked controversy due to concerns over potential security risks and the company's past data leak in 2020.

The #1 golden rule for crypto self-custody is NEVER sharing your private keys and ALWAYS keeping them offline. Ledger went against this, sparking fears of hackers obtaining private keys, or giving authorities the power to demand user's private keys.

For me, this was a deal breaker and I am one of the many who will no longer consider using Ledger products and will stick with other wallet manufacturers. Here is a humourous meme, one of hundreds, from community members who feel similar.

As a result of the severe backlash, Ledger decided to rethink this strategy, but the damage to their reputation has been done. Even though they eventually went back on their plan, it was disappointing to see the companies' initial disregard for their communities' concerns and obtuseness to the outcry from the industry and security analysts who raised concerns.

Despite the controversy, Ledger remains the top-selling hardware wallet maker in the world. The Nano X stores over 5,500 different cryptocurrencies and features a CC EAL5+ Certified secure element chip. The Ledger device can connect with a desktop computer through a USB cable, as well as desktop or mobile via a Bluetooth connection. Ledger can run on Windows, Mac, Linux, IOS and Android.

Through the use of the Ledger Live software users can manage their coins on desktop or mobile for on-the-go transactions. Your private keys cannot be accessed from your computer or mobile, making this more secure than simply using a mobile wallet. Ledger is incredibly secure, and to date, there have been no vulnerabilities or exploits to the wallets themselves.

Although most of the crypto can be managed through the use of the Ledger Live software, there are many assets that have native wallets not supported with the software yet. However, given the popularity of the Ledger hardware devices, many of them have integrated with Ledger in order to allow users to securely store their keys.

While the Nano X is more expensive, it has everything that the Nano S has, while also coming with Bluetooth connectivity, a slightly larger screen and the ability to store 100 apps (coins), as opposed to the three to six apps available on the Nano S which has been reported as a major pain point for many users as they feel there is not enough space to install enough apps to support multiple different networks leaving users unable to hold all their favourite coins.

Both Ledger Nanos also support integration with Web3 wallets such as MetaMask, allowing users to access various DeFi platforms.

• Price: $149
• Coins supported: 5,500+ (Max 100 at a time). Full list can be found on the Ledger Coin Support page.

For crypto users without the need for 100 apps, or the need to store multiple different Altcoins, the Ledger Nano S may be a better solution for a price that is easier on the bank account ($59/£43/€50). Ledger also released the Ledger Nano S Plus, a fantastic upgrade from the original Nano S at a more reasonable price point that can hold the same amount as the Nano X. There’s not much separating the different Ledger devices and most people would probably be more than happy with the cheaper Nano S or S Plus.

If you do plan on going with any of the Ledger products, we managed to talk the folks over at Ledger into providing our community with a sweet 20% discount for using our Ledger Discount Link or using the code LedgerLive-Bureau at checkout. I'd use the 20% off saved to buy more crypto 😉

Guy even put together a handy Ledger Setup Guide, which you can find below:

👉 How to Set up a Ledger

It is important to let you know that Ledger did suffer a data breach in mid-2020 resulting in 272,000 customers’ home addresses, telephone numbers, names and about one million email addresses being stolen by hackers. While the crypto-assets themselves were not at risk, this breach did lead to fake emails being sent out by hackers pretending to be Ledger staff asking for users’ private keys and recovery phrases.

This data breach and lack of due diligence being done on behalf of the Ledger team has resulted in a lot of customers losing confidence in the security and reputation of the Ledger product and the company. If you want more information regarding the hack, Guy made a dedicated video on the Ledger hack, and more information about the breach can be found in the Ledger Blog.

Be sure to check out our dedicated article on the Ledger Nano X Review if you feel this may be the one for you.

Most Secure Cold Storage Wallet: NGRAVE ZERO

The NGRAVE ZERO is a very promising and interesting newcomer in the crypto hardware wallet space, boasting to be the most secure crypto wallet ever made, and we can't argue with them there as they back up that impressive claim. This next-generation hardware crypto wallet has already gained a lot of attention from crypto users and investors such as Woodstock Fund, Morning Star Ventures, DFG Group and more.

What makes this wallet so secure is that it is 100% air-gapped, and is the only crypto wallet in the world that reaches the highest security certification standard possible, EAL7 (vs Ledger's EAL5), and is also RoHS and CE certified like the Trezor, achieving a higher security standard than any of the competition. This fancy piece of kit also has a light sensor, biometric scanners, pin protection, and is tamper-proof, resulting in a wallet that is more secure from a tech perspective than any other crypto hardware wallet.

While you would think a hardware wallet with such comprehensive and advanced security features would not be very user-friendly, the NGRAVE team have actually done an incredible job with the UX/UI of the device, and I actually found it more user-friendly than either my Trezor or Ledger. Another thing I really enjoy about the ZERO is that it is made from military-grade premium materials with a metal case, making it far more robust than the plastic hardware wallets on the market today.

While this is the most secure crypto wallet available, the ZERO actually does something even more impressive than just state-of-the-art security and a brilliant user experience. The NGRAVE team have worked in close collaboration with a world-leading institution in nanotechnology, the Interuniversity Microelectronics Centre (IMEC), along with a research group for applied cryptography, The Computer Security and Industrial Cryptography (COSIC) to ensure high-security standards, but is was their work with Jean-Jacques Quisquater that really turned heads.

Jean-Jacques is one of the most well-respected cryptographers in history. He was actually cited as the #2 reference in Satoshi's original Bitcoin Whitepaper and teaches as a professor of cryptography. Jean-Jacques, along with the NGRAVE team have created something truly revolutionary in private key generation, recovery, and security, and created what they refer to as the "Perfect Key". The Perfect Key along with the NGRAVE GRAPHENE make up the first ever recoverable recovery phrase without exposure to third-party risk, and is the only wallet in the world that avoids recovery phrase interception risk from third parties or wallet manufacturers.

The price of the NGRAVE ZERO is a bit on the steep side, but if you don't mind splashing out, on top of the insanely high robust security features of the ZERO, another one of my favourite features is that the private keys do not come pre-installed on the device, unlike Ledger and Trezor, and can be randomized upon setup, meaning you can be sure that you are the only one who knows them. For me, that peace of mind is worth the higher price point:

• $398 (398 EUR)
• 15+ Coins Supported

There is way too much to unpack in this article about all the features the NGRAVE ZERO, which is why we have done up this dedicated deep-dive NGRAVE review for you to check out. I definitely recommend having a look as this very well could be the next generation of crypto storage and the "perfect key" really is a breakthrough in recovery phrase recovery and cryptography. The only thing stopping the ZERO from being higher on the list is the simple fact that it has not been battle-tested and withstood the test of time like the Trezor and Ledger, and not all the features have been rolled out yet.

Here at the Coin Bureau, after getting our hands on the NGRAVE ZERO and using it ourselves for a while, we have become so impressed with this device that we swung a deal with the NGRAVE team to give our community a 10% discount if they check out with the code "COINBUREAU" or purchase through our NGRAVE link. Nice!

Best Hardware Wallet for Long-Term Storage: BC Vault

BC Vault has created a truly unique and highly secure crypto wallet, which is why it deserves a spot on this list. We listed it as the best hardware wallet for long-term storage, but the BC Vault has a lot more than just that going for it.

Here are a few boasting rights that only BC Vault can claim:

• Supports millions of coins & tokens- Device can support 2,000 unique wallet addresses and hundreds of chains. This significantly outperforms industry leaders Ledger and Trezor.
• Seedless Cold Storage- BC Vault has developed a recovery method that does not rely on third-party trust and is more secure than traditional recovery phrases, (though recovery phrases are optional).
• Ferroelectric RAM (FeRAM) chip that can function for over 200 years, making this the only hardware wallet suitable for multi-generational use.
• True random number generatorand non-deterministic algorithmscreate private keys- Devices such as Trezor, Ledger, ELLIPAL and most wallets come pre-loaded with private keys, meaning a level of trust is involved. Private keys on the BC Vault are user-generated for ultimate anonymity.
• Real Security- The company behind BC Vault are not your average “crypto bros.” They are a Cybersecurity firm that has been operating for over 20 years and are responsible for the cyber security of many major firms. They also host the biggestsecurity conference in the Adriatic region.
• Separate Pin and Password Protected Accounts- BC Vault is the only wallet we are aware of that can be safely shared between friends and family members. Up to 2,000 accounts can be created and pin/password protected.

Another perk of this wallet that we love, is that each of the millions of supported assets are natively supported, meaning you do not need to connect to third-party programs to manage assets, as is the case with many Ledger and Trezor “supported” assets. We cover why this is an important distinction in our BC Vault review.

BC Vault has a quote on their site:

“ Wallets are for Pocket Money, Vaults are for Safekeeping”

Which highlights the security of the Vault. The device has the following dimensions: 100mm x 57mm x 10mm (3.937” x 2.244” 0.394”) and has achieved the following security certifications:

• CE (EN 55032:2012, EN55024:2010, EN 61000-3-2:2014, EN 6100-3-3:2013; EN 60950-1 :2006 + A 1:2010 + A2:2013 + A 11 :2009 + A 12:2011)
• RoHs (same certification held by Trezor and NGRAVE)

The team at BC Vault are so confident in their security that each device comes pre-loaded with an account that can access 1 Bitcoin. If any user can crack the security of the Vault, they can keep the Bitcoin. To date, nobody has managed to nab it.

The backup of the wallet is handled by an encrypted SD card, which can only be decrypted with the pin and password selected by the user, making this safer than the traditional recovery seed phrases written down on paper. If someone accesses the SD card, they cannot access the funds without your pin and password. For those who prefer the traditional recovery method, a recovery phrase can also be accessed and written down.

Similar to Trezor and Ledger, primary use of the device occurs with the device plugged into a computer via USB and the BC Vault program is opened. This is in contrast to wallets like ELLIPAL and NGRAVE, which are used in conjunction with a mobile app.

• Price: $138
• Supported Assets: Millions of coins, tokens and NFTs

If you want to learn more about what makes BC Vault one of the most secure wallets in the industry and how the backup + recovery method is revolutionizing cold storage, check out our in-depth BC Vault review.

Best Hardware Wallet for DApps + DeFi: ELLIPAL Titan

Last but not least on our list is the air-gapped crypto wallet, ELLIPAL Titan. The Titan is a cold storage wallet that works in complete network isolation for true offline cold storage. The ELLIPAL Titan comes in at a cost of $169, more than the entry-level Trezor One and Ledger Nano S, but the hefty price tag may be worth the cost for some crypto users.

This hardware wallet has the most extensive coin support on this list and is sealed to ensure that it is dust and water-proof, also coming with an anti-tamper feature that will delete all of the private keys should someone try and physically break into the device to tamper with it. The device itself is secured via a passcode, so users should be sure to use a strong passcode with this device and store the Titan someplace safe as you would with any hardware wallet.

The ELLIPAL Titan is kept completely separated from network connectivity, with enhanced security in the form of only relying on QR codes to transfer data. The ELLIPAL cannot be connected to any connections such as USB, Wifi or Bluetooth, protecting your crypto against remote and network attacks.

ELLIPAL impressively supports a mind-blowing 46 different blockchains and 10,000+ crypto assets, and even allows users to stake assets, earn interest, access a plethora of DApps and DeFi protocols, and even buy or exchange crypto through the apps that can be accessed on the corresponding mobile app.

• Price: $169
• Coins Supported: 46 Blockchains, 10,000+ coins and tokens. Full list of assets can be found on the Ellipal Coin Support page.

Some of the cons with the wallet are that the default Bitcoin address generates the BIP 44 Bitcoin address that begins with the number 3 instead of the new and widely accepted BIP 84 Bitcoin addresses that begins with bc, which could lead to more expensive Bitcoin transactions for users.

Another deal-breaker for some users is that the Ellipal wallet does not give users access to their own Xpub keys which leaves this wallet not operable with many apps and does not give users the option to import “view only” wallets. Various crypto payment gateways for eCommerce use Xpubs to generate new payment addresses for various checkouts, so this limitation of the wallet should be considered.

Security-minded users may be turned off by the Ellipal’s ability to only generate a 12-word seed phrase instead of a more secure 24-word phrase, though a 24-word phrase can be imported. The wallet has no support for testnet coins for any blockchain network, the lack of ability to add a custom RPC could be a deal-breaker for users who are interested in running test nets or testing coins to learn how certain networks function.

After using this wallet myself for a few months I do need to say that the Titan has become a permanent member of my hardware family purely for the ease of Web3 and DApp access. I cover this in more detail in our ELLIPAL Titan Review, but the best thing about the Titan is it has the DApp functionality, access and convenience of a software wallet, but the high security of a hardware wallet. Accessing DeFi on the Titan is easier than I have found with any other hardware wallet.

Thanks to the Titan, all the funds I used to keep in software wallets for staking and using DeFi protocols like Aave, Compound, Uniswap, Trader Joe and DODO I now access easily on the Titan, and I sleep far better at night knowing my funds are more secure on the Titan than they were in my software wallets. I was so impressed with the Titan that we convinced the folks over at ELLIPAL to provide Coin Bureau readers with a 10% discount if they use our ELLIPAL Link in case they wanted to pick this little gem up for themselves.

Keep it Secret, Keep it Safe

It is worth mentioning that Trezor and Ledger have both been industry leaders for many years, being tried and tested, passing multiple security audits and setting the bar for cold wallet security. That does not necessarily mean that their security is superior, or even that the products are better, after all, we see old tech get surpassed by new and better tech all the time, think no further than the iPod replacing the Discman cd player, but many users find the successful long-standing track record and the strong reputation of these wallets comforting.

The other mentions on this list do not yet stand up to the reputation of these two industry leaders, and have not been around as long, so be sure that you are confident in the security of the wallet that you choose and do your own thorough research before deciding to trust your funds to any crypto wallet.

Whichever wallet you choose, you still need to mitigate against the risk of it falling into the wrong hands. All wallets have pin codes, as well as options for access and recovery. It goes without saying that these should be known only to you.

Technology can keep us safe only up to a point. If someone manages to get hold of both you and your hardware wallet, then there’s not much that can be done to then stop them forcing you to hand over your pin code or seed words with the aid of a weapon and some threatening gestures (a $5 wrench attack if you want the technical term).

There are two steps you can take to reduce this risk though. One is a hidden wallet feature that enables you to set up extra wallets on your device which only you know about. Many wallets offer this feature, though it’s a bit on the fiddly side, and if you forget the passcode to access the hidden wallet you are out of luck.

And the other? This step is the simplest of them all: keep your crypto on the down-low and don’t go flashing your shiny new wallet about. After all, do you really want anyone knowing how much XRP you loaded up on back in the day?