Is a Cryptocurrency Exchange Script a Better Option Than Building an Exchange from Scratch?

I'm researching different ways to launch a crypto exchange platform and noticed that many businesses choose a Cryptocurrency Exchange Script instead of developing everything from the ground up.

A ready-made solution appears to reduce development time while still allowing customization for trading pairs, crypto wallets, KYC verification, liquidity integration, and user management. Building from scratch offers more flexibility but usually requires additional development time and a larger budget.

For anyone who has launched or developed a crypto exchange, which approach worked best? Were there any unexpected challenges or advantages?

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