Fordefi Alternative
Fordefi Is Being Absorbed by Paxos. Your Treasury Shouldn't Be.
When your custody provider gets acquired, your roadmap, pricing, and support team become someone else's decision. Tholos is independent, self-custodial, and isn't going anywhere.
$500,000,000+ in transactions secured
Tholos vs. Fordefi. Side by side.
| Features |  | Fordefi |
|---|---|---|
| Custody model Who controls keys | Self-custodial | Self-custodial |
| MPC protocol Key management technology | DKLs23 (latest gen) | MPC (protocol unspecified) |
| Independent company No parent company or acquirer | ||
| Published pricing Can you see the price before a sales call | $300/mo | Sales call required |
| Self-serve signup Get started without a demo | ||
| Free trial Try before committing | 5 days, full access | None |
| Bank transfers Wire in/out same day | ||
| OTC desk Large trades ($100K+) | ||
| Staking Native staking support | Not prominently featured | |
| Mobile signing app Approve from phone | ||
| DeFi browser extension Connect to dApps | Via WalletConnect | Native extension |
| Transaction simulation Preview before signing | ||
| Policy engine Governance and controls | ||
| SOC 2 Type II Audit certification | ||
| CCSS Level 3 Custody security standard | ||
| Chain support Ecosystems supported | 30+ chains | Multi-chain (count unspecified) |
Why teams are switching from Fordefi
No Acquisition Risk
Tholos is independently operated. No surprise ownership changes. No product roadmap being rewritten by a parent company. Your custody provider should be a partner, not someone else's acquisition target.
Transparent Pricing From Day One
$300/mo, all features included. Fordefi doesn't publish pricing at all. With Tholos, the price you see is the price you pay. No surprises after a sales call.
Built-In Bank Transfers & OTC
Same-day wire transfers and OTC desk access included. Fordefi has no fiat on/off ramp. Move between your bank account and your vault without leaving Tholos or managing a separate provider.
Self-Serve in 15 Minutes
Sign up, create a vault, start transacting. No demo required, no sales process. 5-day free trial with full access. Fordefi requires a sales call to even get started.
Trusted by security-focused teams
Teams that chose independent, self-custodial infrastructure
"Tholos is the only MPC wallet that's fully self-custodial. Clients have complete control of their assets while benefiting from MPC security."
Uri Stav
Former Chief Security Officer, Genesis Trading
"After evaluating numerous MPC wallet providers, I highly recommend Tholos to anyone seeking a reliable, client-focused solution, with customer service that's unmatched in responsiveness and professionalism."
Edward Eddington
Chief Yield Officer, Mawari Network
"Tholos has implemented a highly secure MPC-based solution across multiple blockchains, enabling us to enforce targeted & granular permissions and policies on specific vault operations within our architectural framework."
Frank
Founder, D2 Finance
Frequently asked questions
What happened to Fordefi?
Fordefi announced it is being acquired by Paxos. The future of the standalone Fordefi product, its pricing, team, and support quality are uncertain under the new ownership.
How is Tholos different from Fordefi?
Tholos is independently operated with transparent pricing ($300/mo). Tholos includes bank transfers and OTC access built in, which Fordefi lacks. Tholos offers self-serve signup with a 5-day free trial; Fordefi requires a sales call.
Can I migrate from Fordefi to Tholos?
Yes. Set up Tholos in 15 minutes, run it in parallel with Fordefi, and migrate assets at your own pace. Our team can assist with the transition.
Does Tholos have a DeFi browser extension like Fordefi?
Tholos supports DeFi access via WalletConnect, which connects to thousands of dApps across all supported chains. Fordefi has a native browser extension; Tholos uses the WalletConnect standard.
Is Tholos as secure as Fordefi?
Both platforms use MPC key management and are self-custodial. Tholos uses the DKLs23 protocol (latest generation) and holds CCSS Level 3 certification. Fordefi holds SOC 2 Type II. Different certifications, both serious about security.
Does Tholos have transaction simulation?
Yes. Tholos provides transaction simulation and policy enforcement before signing, similar to Fordefi's "Transaction Clarity" feature.
One wallet, every chain
Your entire portfolio in one place
Stop switching between wallets. Tholos supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Hyperliquid, and 30+ other networks from a single dashboard.
+ Osmosis, Neutron, Saga, Stride, Stargaze, Noble, and more.
Your custody infrastructure should outlast any acquisition.
Independent. Self-custodial. Transparent pricing. Built to last.