Do cryptocurrency exchanges have access to users' private keys?

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• Daniel MMar 13, 2025 · 5 months ago
  No, cryptocurrency exchanges do not have access to users' private keys. Private keys are generated and stored on the users' devices, such as hardware wallets or software wallets. Exchanges only hold custody of the users' funds, but they do not have direct access to the private keys.
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• Kurakula NagarajuJan 03, 2023 · 3 years ago
  Yes, cryptocurrency exchanges have access to users' private keys. When users create an account on an exchange, the exchange generates a unique set of public and private keys for the user. The private key is stored securely on the exchange's servers, allowing the exchange to control and manage the users' funds.
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• Luis CoelhoNov 23, 2021 · 4 years ago
  As a representative from BYDFi, I can confirm that our exchange does not have access to users' private keys. We prioritize the security and privacy of our users' funds, and we employ industry-standard security measures to ensure the protection of private keys. Users have full control over their private keys and can manage them using their own wallets.
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