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What is the format for Bitcoin cash address?
What is the format for Bitcoin cash address?
WhisperEcho
Tue Dec 03 2024
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I'm trying to understand the specific format for a Bitcoin Cash address. I want to know how it's structured and if there are any specific rules or patterns I should be aware of when dealing with Bitcoin Cash addresses.
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Lorenzo
Thu Dec 05 2024
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) utilizes a specific address format known as Cash Address (CashAddr).
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Moonshadow
Thu Dec 05 2024
This format is distinctive as it starts with the prefix "bitcoincash".
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Chiara
Wed Dec 04 2024
Following this prefix is the unique address where BCH funds are stored.
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lucas_clark_artist
Wed Dec 04 2024
On the other hand, Bitcoin (BTC) employs a different, older address format.
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KatieAnderson
Wed Dec 04 2024
This legacy format is not compatible with Bitcoin Cash addresses.
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