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What is the difference between Bitcoin address and Bitcoin cash address?
What is the difference between Bitcoin address and Bitcoin cash address?
EchoChaser
Sun Dec 01 2024
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I want to understand the differences between a Bitcoin address and a Bitcoin Cash address. Specifically, how are they generated, what are their distinct features, and how do they differ in terms of functionality and usage within their respective cryptocurrencies?
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Carlo
Tue Dec 03 2024
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) utilizes a specific address format known as Cash Address (CashAddr).
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Valentino
Mon Dec 02 2024
This format is distinctive as it starts with the prefix 'bitcoincash'.
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Giulia
Mon Dec 02 2024
Following this prefix, the actual address is presented.
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CryptoWizardry
Mon Dec 02 2024
On the other hand, Bitcoin (BTC) employs the legacy address format.
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CryptoPioneer
Mon Dec 02 2024
If an attempt is made to withdraw funds to a Bitcoin Cash (BCH) address using the legacy address format for BTC, an error message will be displayed.
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