Address
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A cryptocurrency address is a unique string of letters and numbers that identifies a specific wallet on a blockchain network. It works like a bank account number or an email address — anyone who knows your address can send funds to it, and you share it to receive payments.
What does a crypto address look like?
Each blockchain has its own address format. Here are some examples:
- Bitcoin (BTC):
bc1qeppvcnauqak9xn7mmekw4crr79tl9c8lnxpp2k - Ethereum / ETC:
0x77dce4813eC15650e57E1b999c197aad00bEc1c2 - Kaspa (KAS):
kaspa:qz0k2yn0rcqsmjxstc6hfx3xpzqkq2... - Monero (XMR):
48N3cTcD3...(longer, privacy-focused format)
Addresses are derived from a private key using cryptographic algorithms. The private key is secret and proves ownership. The address is public — share it freely to receive funds.
Addresses in mining
When you mine on a pool, you configure your miner or account with a wallet address. The pool tracks your earned shares and sends payouts to that address once you reach the minimum threshold.
Always double-check your address before submitting it. Blockchain transactions are irreversible — funds sent to a wrong address are lost permanently.
Address types (Bitcoin example)
Many cryptocurrencies support several address formats:
| Format | Prefix | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Legacy | 1... |
Original format, widely supported |
| P2SH | 3... |
Compatible with SegWit features |
| Native SegWit | bc1q... |
Lower fees, modern standard |
| Taproot | bc1p... |
Newest format, enhanced privacy |
Use the format supported by your wallet and exchange.
