What are Hardware Wallets?
Hardware wallets are physical devices designed to securely store private keys offline, protecting them from online threats such as hacking and malware. This category includes tools that provide secure key storage, transaction signing, and cryptographic operations without exposing sensitive data to connected computers or networks. Primary users are developers and product teams building secure wallet solutions, dapps requiring strong user key management, and enterprises needing enhanced security for digital asset custody. Key characteristics include offline key generation, tamper resistance, and compatibility with multiple blockchain protocols. Subcategories may include cold wallets and multi-signature hardware devices. Developers should consider hardware wallets when building applications that require high-security key management or when integrating with user wallets that prioritize security over convenience.
