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BitGoEst. 2013
BitGo is a leading digital asset custody and financial services company founded in 2013. With over $64 billion in assets under custody and serving 2,000+ institutional clients across 90+ countries, BitGo pioneered multi-signature technology and provides comprehensive digital asset infrastructure including qualified custody, wallet services, and trading solutions with regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
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Anchorage Digital logo
Anchorage DigitalEst. 2017
YesLloyd's of LondonCustom pricing$500,000–––Hosted Custody
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Bitcoin Suisse AG logo
Bitcoin Suisse AGEst. 2013
YesUndisclosed0.5-1.5%/yrCHF 5,000–––Hosted Custody
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BitGo logo
BitGoEst. 2013
Yes$250M (Lloyd's)0.04-0.15%/yr$50,000–––Hosted Custody
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Casa logo
CasaEst. 2016
NoNone (self-custody)$250-$7,500/yrNone–––Self-custody
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Coinbase logo
CoinbaseEst. 2012
Yes$320M0.04-0.10%/yr$1,000,000 for Prime Custody–––Hosted Custody
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Copper logo
CopperEst. 2018
YesUndisclosedCustom pricingContact for requirements–––Hosted Custody
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Crypto.com logo
Crypto.comEst. 2016
Yes$750M (Lloyd's)No custody feeNone for standard accounts–––Hosted Custody
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Fidelity Digital logo
Fidelity DigitalEst. 2018
YesUndisclosed0.05-0.40%/yr$50,000–––Hosted Custody
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Fireblocks logo
FireblocksEst. 2018
NoUp to $30M$10K-$50K/yrBased on platform tier–––Hosted Custody
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Gemini logo
GeminiEst. 2014
Yes$200M+ via Nakamoto Ltd0.04-0.10%/yr$200,000 for custody–––Hosted Custody
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HashKey logo
HashKeyEst. 2018
YesUndisclosedCustom pricing$1,000,000–––Hosted Custody
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Hex Trust logo
Hex TrustEst. 2018
YesUndisclosedCustom pricingContact for requirements–––Hosted Custody
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Komainu logo
KomainuEst. 2018
YesUndisclosedCustom pricing$10,000,000–––Hosted Custody
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Kraken logo
KrakenEst. 2011
YesUndisclosedNo custody feeNone for standard, custom for institutional–––Hosted Custody
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Nunchuk logo
NunchukEst. 2020
NoNone (self-custody)Free / from $10/moNone–––Self-custody
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NYDIG
UnknownCommercial crime insurance covering digital assets held in custody; coverage levels disclosed to institutional clients under NDA.–$1,000,000–––Third-party
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Onramp Bitcoin logo
Onramp BitcoinEst. 2022
YesUndisclosed0.25-0.40%/yrNone–––Hybrid
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PaxosEst. 2012
YesCrime policy–None–––Third-party
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River logo
RiverEst. 2019
NoUndisclosedNo custody feeNone–––Hosted Custody
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sFOX logo
sFOXEst. 2014
YesUndisclosedCustom pricingContact for requirements–––Hosted Custody
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Tetra Trust logo
Tetra TrustEst. 2019
YesUndisclosed0.20-0.50%/yrContact for requirements–––Hosted Custody
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Theya logo
TheyaEst. 2022
NoNone (self-custody)Free / from $10/moNone–––Self-custody
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Unchained logo
UnchainedEst. 2016
NoUndisclosed$250-$500/yrNone–––Multisig
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Data as of Oct 10, 2026

Bitcoin custody, answered

What is a qualified Bitcoin custodian?

A qualified custodian is a federally or state-chartered bank, trust company, or broker-dealer legally permitted to hold client assets. Institutions such as pension funds and registered investment advisers are often required to use one. Examples include BitGo Trust (OCC), Coinbase Custody Trust (NYDFS), and Anchorage Digital Bank (OCC).

Which Bitcoin custodians are qualified custodians?

Of the 23 custodians we track, 16 are qualified custodians: Crypto.com, Komainu, Onramp Bitcoin, HashKey, BitGo, Anchorage Digital, Gemini, Coinbase, Fidelity Digital, Kraken, Paxos, Hex Trust, sFOX, Copper, Tetra Trust, Bitcoin Suisse AG. The remaining 7 are self-custody or collaborative custody platforms where qualified status does not apply, or hosted platforms without a trust charter.

How much insurance do Bitcoin custodians carry?

Publicly disclosed coverage includes Crypto.com ($750M), Coinbase ($320M), BitGo ($250M), Gemini ($200M). Coverage terms vary: crime and specie policies cover different scenarios. Always confirm with the custodian what assets and events are covered.

What does Bitcoin custody cost?

Institutional custody fees typically run 4 to 150 basis points annually (0.04% to 1.5%) depending on provider and AUM. Some providers charge no separate custody fee and monetize through trading spreads. Enterprise pricing is often custom above certain AUM thresholds.

Self-custody vs third-party custody: which do I need?

Self-custody means you control the private keys, typically via a hardware wallet. Third-party custody delegates key management to a licensed institution with security controls, insurance, and regulatory oversight. Institutions and high-net-worth holders generally use third-party custodians for compliance and operational simplicity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bitcoin custody and secure storage.

What is Bitcoin custody?

Bitcoin custody refers to the secure storage of private keys that control access to Bitcoin. Custodians implement multi-layer security including cold storage, multi-signature schemes, hardware security modules (HSMs), and geographic distribution to protect assets.

What is cold storage in Bitcoin custody?

Cold storage means private keys are held offline, disconnected from the internet, making them inaccessible to remote hackers. Reputable custodians typically keep 95%+ of assets in cold storage and maintain only a small hot wallet for operational withdrawals.

Do I need a custodian for a Bitcoin ETF?

Yes. Spot Bitcoin ETFs must appoint a qualified custodian to hold the underlying Bitcoin. The ETF prospectus will name the custodian and describe the custody arrangements.