> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://privily.gitbook.io/privily-doc/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://privily.gitbook.io/privily-doc/what-is-privily.md).

# What is Privily?

Imagine a financial app where no one sees your balance, your spending habits, or your transaction history. Unless you choose to share.

That is Privily.

Privily is a privacy financial appchain that connects to over 20 blockchains from a single interface. You can spend, transfer, invest, deposit and earn in full privacy and control.

No bank watching over your shoulder. No third party holding your funds. No seed phrase to memorize if you don't want to.

Privily combines the simplicity of a fintech app with the power of self-custody and zero-knowledge privacy. Whether you are a seasoned crypto user or someone who has never touched a blockchain before, Privily is designed for you.

**Privily is live in v1.** The privacy protocol is open. You can start shielding, sending, trading, and requesting payments today.

### What makes Privily different?

| Traditional finance              | Other crypto wallets                            | Privily                                         |
| -------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| Your bank sees everything you do | Your transactions are public on-chain           | Your financial activity is private by default   |
| A company holds your money       | You hold your keys, but juggle multiple wallets | You hold your keys, one account for every chain |
| Login with email, easy UX        | Seed phrases, gas fees, chain switching         | Email login, no seed phrase, no friction        |
| Payment links                    | No equivalent                                   | Payment links, on-chain and private             |