Hold Bitcoin without exchange custody.
Bitcoin self-custody means the keys that authorize spending are yours. Aperture keeps those keys generated and encrypted locally on iPhone.
Bitcoin.org wallet guidanceBitcoin and Ethereum wallet for iPhone
One self-custody iPhone wallet for Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Aperture gives iPhone users a calmer way to hold BTC, ETH, and 22 more networks. No accounts. No custodians. No tracking. Your private keys are generated and encrypted on your device.
Manage Ethereum with private keys you control.
Ethereum wallets are key managers for accounts and transactions. Aperture supports Ethereum while avoiding an in-app dApp browser and in-app swap flow.
Ethereum.org wallet guidanceBuilt around the phone in your hand.
Face ID or passcode protection, on-device encryption, no Aperture login, and a focused interface make everyday self-custody easier to inspect and use.
Explore the iOS wallet| Buyer signal | What users usually need | How Aperture answers it |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin and Ethereum in one app | A wallet that can manage both major networks without forcing exchange custody. | Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and 21 more networks in one self-custody iOS app. |
| Private key control | Keys held by the user, not by an exchange, account provider, or custodial server. | Private keys are generated and encrypted locally on the iPhone. |
| Reduced attack surface | Fewer in-wallet paths to malicious approvals, phishing signatures, and drainer links. | No in-app swap and no in-app dApp browser by design. |
| Verifiable wallet behavior | Public code that researchers can inspect instead of trusting marketing claims. | Aperture is publicly auditable on GitHub. |
Why Bitcoin and Ethereum self-custody matters
Bitcoin.org tells users to choose wallets carefully, and Ethereum.org describes wallets as tools that give users control over accounts and assets. Aperture brings that control to iPhone users while keeping the wallet surface intentionally narrow: hold, send, receive, review, and sign only what you start yourself.
Aperture vs MetaMask
MetaMask is broader for Web3 and dApps. Aperture is narrower for iPhone self-custody with fewer built-in integrations.
Read the comparisonAperture vs Exodus
Exodus emphasizes large asset support and integrated features. Aperture emphasizes open-source simplicity and reduced wallet surface.
Read the comparisonAperture vs Rabby
Rabby is EVM-focused. Aperture is built for iPhone users who want Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 22 more networks in one self-custody app.
Read the comparisonIs Aperture a Bitcoin and Ethereum wallet for iPhone?
Yes. Aperture supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 22 more blockchain networks on iPhone.
Is Aperture self-custodial?
Yes. Aperture is self-custodial because private keys are generated and encrypted on the device and are not held by Aperture.
Does Aperture include a dApp browser or in-app swap?
No. Aperture avoids both features to reduce common wallet-drainer, malicious approval, and phishing surfaces.