Wallet address

Wallet address

A cryptocurrency wallet address is a combination of letters and numbers specific to a particular cryptocurrency, such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Tether (USDT), or USD Coin (USDC). This address serves as your unique identifier for receiving and sending that particular cryptocurrency.

You can freely share your wallet address with others to receive cryptocurrency payments. Some wallet addresses can also be represented as QR codes for easier sharing and scanning.

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