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# 2.1 What Are Perpetual Futures?

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Electra operates on a decentralized architecture, offering robust data protection and complete privacy. All you need to trade is a wallet. Your funds remain under your control, and the platform ensures the security of every transaction.

Electra merges the advantages of decentralized exchanges (DEX) with the user-friendliness of centralized exchanges (CEX), making it an ideal choice for perpetual futures trading.