Email Account vs Crypto Wallet

Below are the main differences between signing up with Google or Email and using a Crypto Wallet.

Feature
Google / Email
Crypto Wallet

Best for

Beginners who want an easy sign-up and login

Experienced users who already use crypto wallets

Login method

Enter a 6-digit code sent to your email

Sign a message in your crypto wallet to log in

Extra security (2FA)

Supported

Not needed (your wallet already secures your login)

Account type

Simple account managed by Polymarket

Wallet fully owned and controlled by you (built on Gnosis Safe)

Trading

No extra steps when placing trades

Must approve each trade in your wallet

Private key access

Managed inside your wallet app

Account recovery

Only possible if you still have access to your email

Only possible if you still have access to your wallet

Recover lost funds

Not available

Email notifications

Yes

Yes

Convert between types

❌ Not possible

❌ Not possible