Description

The DeFi Risk Analysis Template is a structured printable and spreadsheet tool designed to help users evaluate and compare decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms across multiple risk dimensions. In an ecosystem known for innovation but also vulnerability, this tool empowers crypto investors, analysts, and auditors to dissect potential hazards before committing assets to a protocol. The template guides users through over 25 criteria, grouped into five primary categories: Smart Contract Risk, Market Risk, Governance Risk, Protocol Dependency Risk, and Regulatory Exposure. For each criteria, users can assign severity scores (Low, Medium, High), provide supporting observations, and flag action items. Smart contract sections include audit status, upgradeability controls, and oracle dependency. Market risks include impermanent loss exposure, token volatility, and exit liquidity. Governance analysis examines token holder concentration, voting participation, and historical responsiveness to exploits. Protocol risk assesses reliance on third-party assets or bridges, while regulatory sections encourage review of Japanese compliance standards, such as potential AML triggers, yield classification, and KYC/AML obligations. The spreadsheet version features auto-calculating risk scores and visual heatmaps to make comparison between protocols faster and more intuitive. Users can create a personal protocol dashboard where they log past decisions, note upcoming risks (like unlock schedules), and track active investments. A “Checklist Summary” page condenses the entire analysis into a printable one-pager, ideal for investment committees or team discussions. Whether you’re new to DeFi or managing large capital allocations, this tool ensures you approach yield opportunities with informed caution. It’s especially useful for Japan-based users seeking to align participation with domestic laws while still accessing the global DeFi ecosystem. The DeFi Risk Analysis Template not only minimizes financial exposure but also helps users cultivate a disciplined, research-based investing mindset. With security, usability, and practicality at its core, this offline-first tool supports long-term DeFi success.