Monero (XMR)
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Last updated: July 2026
Monero is a cryptocurrency that uses ring signatures, stealth addresses, and confidential transactions to provide complete privacy.
Why Monero?
- Untraceable: No one can see who sent what to whom.
- Fungible: All coins are equal because there is no transaction history.
- Active development: Regularly updated with security improvements.
Getting Monero
- Buy from a decentralized exchange (e.g., Bisq, LocalMonero).
- Use a Monero wallet like Cake Wallet, MyMonero, or the official CLI wallet.
- Always use your own wallet, not an exchange wallet.
Tip: Store your Monero in a wallet you control. Never keep large amounts on exchanges.