i don't see an easy way for me to lose access or get scammed unless i am stupid, and allergic to money
You can see reviews on Exodus wallet with a short note that "No source".
https://walletscrutiny.com/?platform=allPlatforms&page=0&query-string=exodus
See Security checklist with one of points is on Open source.
DOs
- Store your recovery seed offline. May it be on pieces of paper or a steel sheet, and store them somewhere no one else but you has access to.
- Use a hardware wallet. If you own a decent amount of money invested in cryptocurrencies, store your funds on a reputable hardware wallet like a Ledger or a Trezor.
- If you only have a few hundred dollars invested in cryptocurrencies, use reputable and open-source wallet software. Something like BlueWallet(Bitcoin) or Rainbow(Ethereum).
- Be aware of the bitcoin and crypto scams. That way, it significantly lessens the chances of you falling for them.
- Keep your software up to date. This applies to computers, mobile phones, software wallet version, and hardware wallets. Keeping your software up to date helps a bit in making sure your devices don’t get malware/viruses.
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