Custodial vs non-custodial: the risk you can’t see
No-KYC does not mean no-risk. The custody model often matters more than the signup form.
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The quiet variable
Two services can both be "no-KYC" while differing enormously in risk. The deciding factor is usually custody: does the service ever hold your funds?
Why custody is the real exposure
A custodial exchanger can freeze, lose or be compelled to hand over funds it holds, no identity required for that to hurt. Non-custodial designs remove the operator from the critical path entirely.
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That is why every listing flags custody explicitly, and why you can hide custodial services with a single filter. When in doubt, prefer the option that never touches your coins.
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