Exchanges

Compare crypto exchanges on fees, security and liquidity that actually matter — and why an exchange isn't where you store coins long-term.

A crypto exchange is where you trade, not where you should keep everything you own. That distinction gets ignored constantly, and it’s the reason exchange collapses turn into total losses instead of inconveniences. This section compares exchanges on what actually matters once you’re past the sign-up bonus.

What you’ll find here

  • Fees and liquidity, and how they affect real trades — not just headline numbers
  • Security practices, and what happens if the exchange itself is compromised
  • Withdrawal limits and how fast funds actually move
  • Where an exchange makes sense — and where a wallet does instead

Full write-ups on individual exchanges are coming as I test them. For now, the short version: never confuse a trading venue with a safe.