Wallets for Teams
When a business grows beyond a single person, wallet management gets more complex. Teams need to send payments, track balances, and interact with integrations—but without relying on one individual’s device or private key. That’s where multi-user wallet setups come in. The article below explains how businesses can securely manage stablecoin wallets with multiple team members involved.
The problem with single-user wallets
Most basic wallets—like MetaMask or Trust Wallet—are designed for individual users. They rely on one device and one seed phrase, which means:
- There’s no way to give others controlled access
- There’s no protection against mistakes or theft
- If one person loses their keys, the whole wallet is compromised
Single wallets may work for freelancers or solo operators, but it breaks down quickly for businesses that need team-based access or separation of duties.
Multi-user wallet solutions
There are a few ways to set up wallets for teams, depending on how much control and security you need.
1. Multisig Wallets
Multisig (multi-signature) wallets require multiple people to approve transactions. For example, a 2-of-3 setup might require two out of three team members to approve any transfer.
Popular options:
- Gnosis Safe (Ethereum and compatible chains)
- Safeheron, Kirobo, or MultiSafe for more advanced setups
Multisig wallets are ideal for:
- Businesses with finance or treasury teams
- Joint custody of large reserves
- Internal controls and audit compliance
2. Role-based wallet platforms
Some wallet providers offer enterprise tools where different users can be assigned roles (e.g., admin, viewer, sender) without sharing private keys.
These platforms often include:
- Team dashboards
- Approval workflows
- Transaction logs
- Support for stablecoins across multiple chains
Examples include Fireblocks, Qredo, and Casa for Business.
3. Wallet-as-a-Service (WaaS)
If you're building your own app or platform and need to issue wallets to multiple users or team members, WaaS providers let you embed wallet functionality with built-in access controls and security features.
These are popular with:
- Fintech and DeFi apps
- Platforms offering crypto payments or rewards
- Companies managing wallets at scale
Best practices for team wallets
- Use separation of roles: Don’t give full access to everyone. Use multisig or role-based controls to distribute responsibility.
- Document access policies: Keep track of who has access to what, and how transactions are approved.
- Regularly review permissions: As teams change, so should your wallet access list.
- Back up keys securely: Use secure, offline backups for any master keys involved in wallet setup or recovery.
Final thoughts
Team wallets bring accountability and structure to stablecoin operations. Whether you're paying contractors, managing a treasury, or integrating crypto into your product, a well-designed wallet setup keeps your funds secure and your workflows efficient.
Next up:
- Custody Options – Compare self-custody, shared custody, and third-party solutions
- Popular Wallet Brands – Explore wallets that support team use, multisig, or enterprise controls
- Handling Business Funds – Organize your payment flows and wallet structure with stablecoins