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What happens to an old bitcoin address?
What happens to an old bitcoin address?
Chiara
Thu Dec 05 2024
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I have an old Bitcoin address that I used in the past. I'm wondering what happens to such addresses when they are no longer in use. Do they expire or get recycled? Are they still linked to my identity in any way?
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Emanuele
Sat Dec 07 2024
This means that regardless of the age of the address, you can still receive payments at it.
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benjamin_rose_author
Sat Dec 07 2024
However, it is important to note that reusing old addresses is not recommended for security reasons.
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SsamziegangSerenade
Sat Dec 07 2024
BitPay wallet encourages users to generate new addresses for each transaction to enhance privacy and security.
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WhisperVoyager
Sat Dec 07 2024
By using new addresses, you can make it more difficult for others to track your transactions and identify your wallet.
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SamuraiCourageous
Sat Dec 07 2024
Funds that are sent to old addresses will continue to be credited to your BitPay wallet balance.
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