Faucet
A crypto faucet is a service that distributes small amounts of cryptocurrency or testnet tokens, often to help users experiment with a network.
✦ Key Insight
Understanding this term helps beginners interpret crypto products and documentation without relying on marketing shorthand.
✕ Common Misconceptions
Do not assume the label guarantees a particular risk level, design, or outcome. Check the specific implementation.
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Wallet
Software or hardware that stores your private keys and lets you sign transactions.
Token
An asset created by a smart contract on an existing blockchain rather than being that blockchain's native currency.
Blockchain
A shared, append-only record of transactions maintained by many independent computers at once.
Cryptocurrency
A digital asset that is issued and transferred on a public network rather than by a bank or government.