> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://dsf-5.gitbook.io/dsf-finance-documentation/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://dsf-5.gitbook.io/dsf-finance-documentation/dsf-invest-savings-in-usdt-dai-usdc/safety-section.md).
# Safety section
## How do we ensure the safety of your capital
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1️ **Your funds belong solely to you.**\
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The private keys to your assets **remain exclusively with you**, and your funds are stored on the **Ethereum blockchain**, one of the most secure and decentralized networks. **DSF Invest never holds or manages user funds**, ensuring that you retain full control at all times. Even in the unlikely event that our website becomes unavailable, **you can still access and withdraw your funds directly via the blockchain**.
2️⃣ **Funds are not stored in our application.**
Your assets **are placed directly on Curve**, one of the most reliable and time tested decentralized exchanges on Ethereum. **Curve has been operating securely for over four years, withstanding multiple market crashes and DeFi exploits.** Unlike centralized exchanges (CEXs), where assets are held in company-controlled wallets, **your funds remain in decentralized smart contracts and cannot be frozen, mismanaged, or lost due to a third party's failure.**
3️⃣ **We do not use volatile access, working with stablecoins exclusively**
DSF Invest is designed for users who want to **preserve and grow their capital** without exposure to the volatility of traditional crypto assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Our strategy is built **entirely on stablecoins (USDT, USDC, DAI),** offering unique advantages:
* **Zero Exposure to Market Volatility**\
Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum, or altcoins, **stablecoins maintain a 1:1 peg to the US dollar**, ensuring that your capital is never at risk from sudden price fluctuations.
* **Reliable and Predictable Yield**\
The **returns in DSF Invest are generated from trading fees** on Curve and later converted into stablecoins, meaning income is **steady and not tied to market speculation**. Even during market downturns, liquidity remains high as traders move in and out of stablecoins, keeping yield opportunities strong.
* **Global Accessibility and Liquidity**\
Stablecoins are universally accepted across DeFi protocols, **making deposits and withdrawals fast, seamless, and borderless**. Unlike traditional bank deposits, your capital remains fully liquid and **accessible at all times**.
By focusing exclusively on stablecoins, DSF Invest provides **a secure, high-yield alternative to traditional savings and investment products**, without the risks associated with **crypto volatility or centralized financial institutions**.
4️⃣ **A time-tested strategy with consistent performance**.
DSF Invest has been live for over two years, delivering stable and reliable returns even during the most extreme market conditions**.** Our track record includes:\
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✅ Surviving multiple market crises where other crypto financial tools failed as shown on the graph below;\
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✅ No capital loss risk or impermanent loss risks as the capital remains in stablecoins;\
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✅ Increased profitability during volatility, as our yield grows when market activity spikes (check the chapter on [**Interest Rate**](broken://pages/97iu4SpFbDZHqJjEJ0tB) for details);
Unlike many others, our users not only preserved their assets, held in stablecoins but also earned consistently high returns.
5️⃣ **We choose the most reliable and long-operating platforms as counterparty**\
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Curve Finance is one of the leading **decentralized exchanges (DEX)** on the **Ethereum blockchain**, specializing in stablecoin trading and liquidity provision. Since its launch in **2020**, Curve has built a reputation for **stability, efficiency, and deep liquidity**, making it a key infrastructure component in the DeFi ecosystem.
**Key Metrics That Prove Curve’s Reliability:**
* **Total Value Locked (TVL):** As of early **2025**, Curve's **TVL exceeds $2 billion**, demonstrating strong user trust and high liquidity.
* **Trading Volume:** Curve consistently processes **hundreds of millions of dollars in daily trading volume**, ensuring that liquidity providers earn substantial fees.
* **Market Capitalization of CRV Token:** The market cap of **CRV**, Curve’s native token, is currently around **$730 million**, reflecting its strong market presence.
* **Resilience to Market Turbulence:** Over **four years of operation**, Curve has successfully navigated multiple **market crashes** and security threats while maintaining **uninterrupted service**.
Unlike centralized exchanges, Curve operates **entirely through smart contracts**, eliminating third-party risks and ensuring **transparent and trustless transactions**. Moreover, **Curve is governed by a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO),** allowing CRV token holders to vote on protocol updates and fee structures, enhancing security and transparency.
#### 6️⃣ **Audited smart contracts ensure transparency and immutability.**
DSF Invest operates **entirely through audited smart contracts**—immutable code that automatically executes transactions without human intervention. **These contracts have been reviewed by independent security firms,** and anyone can verify their integrity on the blockchain. **Unlike traditional financial institutions, no one can alter or manipulate our smart contracts.** [**Check Audit here**](https://github.com/DSFfinance/DSF_Protocol_Mk1/blob/main/audit/DSF_security_review.pdf)
7️⃣ **Expertise**
The DSF Finance team brings 7+ years of crypto expertise and 18+ years in traditional finance. Before the product even existed we analyzed, manually tested, and tuned a batch of strategies to develop the one which provide the long-term sustainability. Our results speak for themselves:
✅ **A steady growth in TVL** (Total Value Locked) despite market downturns
✅ Users already deposited through DSF: **$1 390 000**
✅ Users earned through DSF Invest: **$50 000**
✅ Users saved on blockchain fees through the use of DSF Invest: **$68 000**