• I have published several articles covering a selection of wallets that can be used to securely store MetaCert (MCT) tokens, see a list of wallets at the bottom of this page.

• These include desktop wallets available as browser extensions, mobile wallets, and the Brave Wallet, which can be accessed on a PC via the Brave web browser or on mobile devices through the Brave app.

• I cannot stress this enough, please never store your tokens on an exchange, as doing so places your assets at unnecessary risk.

• Exchanges can be hacked, experience financial failure, or encounter blockchain-related issues, any of which may result in your crypto assets becoming inaccessible or locked on the platform with no ability to withdraw them.

• To maintain full control and ownership of your assets, they should be stored in a wallet where you personally hold the recovery (seed) phrase, whether that is a mobile or desktop wallet, with a strong preference for a hardware wallet such as a Nano Ledger or the Tangem mobile hardware wallet.

Some background On Hot, Cold & Hardware Wallets

Cold Wallet

• A cold Wallet is any crypto Wallet that keeps your private keys completely offline

• Because it’s not connected to the internet, it’s highly resistant to hacking, malware, and phishing

Examples Of Cold Wallets Include:

• Paper Wallets (keys written or printed)

• Air-gapped computers

• Hardware Wallets (when used correctly)

Hardware Wallet:

• A hardware Wallet is a physical device designed to securely store your private keys and sign transactions

Common Examples:

• Ledger devices

• Trezor devices

Hardware Wallets Usually Qualify As Cold Wallets, Because:

• Private keys never leave the device

• Transactions are signed internally

• The device only connects briefly to a computer or phone to broadcast transactions

Key Difference:

• Cold Wallet - Security classification (offline storage)

• Hardware Wallet = A type of device

Hot Wallet:

• A crypto hot wallet is a cryptocurrency wallet that’s connected to the internet

• It allows you to store, send, receive, and interact with crypto quickly and easily, but with higher security risk compared to offline wallets

What Makes A Wallet “Hot”?

• Always online (web, mobile, or desktop)

• Instant access to funds

• Ideal for daily use, trading, and DeFi

• More exposed to hacks, phishing, and malware

Common Types Of Hot Wallets:

• Mobile wallets – apps on your phone

• Browser wallets – browser extension

• Desktop wallets – software installed on a computer

Additional Information On A Hardware Wallet, Using A Nano Ledger As An Example

• This is a physical device, similar to a flash drive, that is inserted into your PC.

• When sending tokens, coins, or other digital assets, you must physically press buttons on the device to confirm that the information displayed on the device’s LED screen matches the intended destination address and other transaction details.

• Even if you were to unknowingly access a phishing website, scammers would be unable to transfer your assets without you physically confirming the transaction on the device.

• However, there have been reported cases of users being scammed while using a Ledger device, where attackers were able to manipulate the information shown on the Ledger’s LED screen—for example, displaying a different destination address than the one intended.

• This is why it is essential to carefully review all information shown on the device and ensure it fully matches your expectations, rather than assuming it is correct simply because you are using a Ledger.

Substack Articles (Wallet Related)

Talisman Wallet

MetaMask Browser Extension

Crypto.com Browser Extension

Brave Web Wallet

Mobile CoolWallet

Mobile Trust Wallet

Mobile MetaMask Wallet

Mobile Tangem Wallet

MetaCert Contract Address, All You Need To Know To Prevent Being Scammed

• Whenever you are trading an EVM compatible cryptocurrency you need to ensure you are interacting with the correct contract address for the projects Token, anyone can make up a smart contract with a fake contract address to try and scam people.

• MetaCert’s contract address is “0x2aDC5723085f8FB30BF464e035CBf699aA551765.”

• To access the Binance Smart Chain (BEP20) explorer, click on the link below and bookmark it on your computer:

https://bscscan.com

• Now copy and paste MetaCert’s contract address into the search field, see below photo:

• After Clicking On The Search Tab You Will See The Following:

• Note in the middle of the page under “More Info” it says Private Name tags, Contract Creator and Token Tracker. You now want to click on the “BEP-20 MetaCert Token (MCT)” under Token Tracker.

This Will Then Direct You To The MetaCert Explorer Page, See Below: