Crypto Lending Guides
Clear, honest explanations to help you understand crypto borrowing before you commit.
Whether you're exploring your first crypto-backed loan or trying to understand the difference between DeFi and CeFi lending, these guides cover what actually matters: how collateral and LTV work, what triggers liquidation, how Bitcoin loans compare to alternatives, and where you can borrow without handing over your identity. Each guide is written for real borrowers, not investors — with worked examples, platform comparisons, and practical risk management advice throughout.
All Guides
How Crypto Loans Work: Complete 2026 Guide
Everything you need to know about borrowing against your cryptocurrency.
FundamentalsDeFi Lending vs CeFi Loans: Comparison & Risks
Understand the tradeoffs between decentralized and centralized crypto lending.
FundamentalsBitcoin Loans Explained: 2026 Complete Guide
How to borrow against your Bitcoin without selling it.
Risk ManagementWhat is Liquidation in Crypto Lending?
How liquidation works, how to avoid it, and what happens to your collateral.
Crypto Loan Taxes: What You Need to Know
Tax implications of crypto borrowing, liquidation events, and interest deductions.
No-KYC Crypto Loans: How to Borrow Without ID Verification
Where to borrow crypto without identity verification, how DeFi vs CeFi no-KYC works, and what the risks are.