Monero (XMR) — The Privacy Standard

Last updated: July 21, 2026 · 9:15 PM ET

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.