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What is a Bitcoin Address?

A Bitcoin address is a unique identifier that serves as a destination for sending and receiving Bitcoin. It's like a digital address for your Bitcoin wallet, enabling others to send you Bitcoin and for you to receive it. This article explains what a Bitcoin address is, how it works, its connection to public and private keys, different address formats, and best practices for security and privacy.
What is a Bitcoin Address?
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Table of Contents

  1. What is a Bitcoin Address?
  2. How Bitcoin Addresses Work: Public and Private Keys
  3. Different Bitcoin Address Formats
  4. Best Practices for Security and Privacy
  5. Bitcoin Addresses and the Future of Bitcoin
  6. Bitcoin Addresses FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

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