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Token Approval

Permission you grant a smart contract to spend tokens from your wallet. DeFi protocols require approval before they can move your tokens. Many request unlimited approval for convenience, but a compromised protocol could drain all approved tokens. Use Revoke.cash regularly to check and revoke unnecessary approvals.

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