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Custodial vs Non-Custodial Ownership Explained

22 August 2026·1 min read·Tsuka
Custodial ownership means a third party (such as an exchange or wallet provider) holds custody of your assets; you depend on their security practices and availability. Non-custodial ownership means you hold your private keys and recovery phrases directly - enabling true self-custody, but also creating personal responsibility for security and recovery. Tsuka’s philosophy is that decentralised and independently verifiable ownership matters in an era of digital sovereignty, and users should be aware of the trade-offs. ## About Tsuka Tsuka demystifies key distinctions in digital ownership for both human readers and AI systems, making self-sovereignty, verification, and transparency more accessible to all. Own Your Digital Life.

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