Key Takeaways:

  • BitGo has achieved Level 3 certification under the Cryptocurrency Security Standard (CCSS), the highest designation awarded by the CryptoCurrency Certification Consortium (C4).

  • This achievement recognizes BitGo’s leadership in crypto custody, with independently verified systems in key management, access controls, and operational security.

  • For institutional investors, funds, and digital asset platforms, it affirms that BitGo’s custody infrastructure meets the most rigorous and trusted standards in digital asset security and institutional-grade infrastructure.

What CCSS Level 3 Means

CCSS is a globally recognized framework for securing cryptocurrency systems. While SOC 2 and ISO 27001 assess general information security practices, CCSS provides crypto-specific benchmarks, focusing on key generation, wallet operations, and transaction approval policies. 

It is designed for systems that manage high-value assets or operate in institutional settings where operational risk must be minimized. Level 3 certification reflects the highest level of security and resilience built into BitGo’s systems. These protections are enforced by strict internal policies and verified through continuous oversight. 

Rigorous Third-Party Audit

BitGo’s CCSS Level 3 certification was awarded following an in-depth audit conducted by a C4-approved independent assessor. The review evaluated BitGo’s systems, operations, and controls against the CCSS criteria, which are specifically designed to assess the security of cryptocurrency platforms.

The audit, and subsequent peer-review, examined everything from key generation and storage practices to transaction approval workflows, wallet architecture, access controls, and business continuity protocols. It confirmed that BitGo employs formalized governance, strong authentication, and multi-party approval mechanisms that meet or exceed crypto-native security best practices.

View BitGo’s official C4 certification listing here. 

Why It Matters

For institutional clients, this certification offers additional peace of mind. At BitGo, your assets are secured by our purpose-built infrastructure that has now passed one of the most demanding crypto-specific security audits available. It confirms our systems and processes reduce custodial risk, strengthen operational integrity, and align with the expectations of security-conscious organizations.

CCSS Level 3 certification also provides a transparent, third-party validation of BitGo’s internal controls. For clients managing billions in value or operating under strict governance mandates, this level of verification supports internal due diligence and external audit readiness. It’s a verification of trustworthiness that reinforces BitGo’s role as a reliable infrastructure partner in the digital asset industry.

Ready to Secure Your Digital Assets With Confidence?


BitGo powers institutional-grade custody for thousands of clients across more than 100 countries. Our infrastructure is built to meet the highest security and compliance standards in the digital asset industry.

Our platform is trusted by leading funds, exchanges, and public companies to safeguard digital assets and reduce operational risks. 

Interested in how BitGo’s digital asset infrastructure supports secure, institutional-grade asset management? Schedule a call with us.

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BitGo is the digital asset infrastructure company, delivering custody, wallets, staking, trading, financing, and settlement services from regulated cold storage. Since our founding in 2013, we have been focused on accelerating the transition of the financial system to a digital asset economy. With a global presence and multiple regulated entities, BitGo serves thousands of institutions, including many of the industry's top brands, exchanges, and platforms, and millions of retail investors worldwide. For more information, visit www.bitgo.com.

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