What is a bitcoin wallet?

What is a Bitcoin Wallet? A Bitcoin wallet is a software program that acts as an “account” for your funds and by storing the data required to access it. You can use your wallet to access your Bitcoin or send and receive more funds. Your wallet comes with a public key, similar to an account number, and a private key that acts as a password.

What is River bitcoin?

River is focused on building financial services for Bitcoin, the money of the internet. Our hyperfocus on Bitcoin allows us to provide better customer service and a simple, easy-to-use platform. Bitcoin can be intimidating. Our experienced Client Services team is waiting to help you get started building your Bitcoin wealth.

Is it safe to store bitcoin in a software wallet?

Since software wallets connect to the Internet, there's a very small risk of hacking. Therefore, it is generally recommended to not store large amounts of bitcoin in your software wallet. That being said, if you follow password management best practices, it's safe to store bitcoin in a software wallet.

How do I create a bitcoin wallet?

How do I create a Bitcoin wallet? When you install the app, your Bitcoin wallet is automatically created. You can then receive bitcoin to your wallet immediately, store it safely, and use it as you please. Which Bitcoin wallet should I choose?