Ethereum: BitPay / Copay’s Weird Bitcoin Cash Address Format
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Enigmatical format of Bitcoin Cash BitPay/Copay
Regarding the storage and management of the cryptocurrency, many users are familiar with the standard format for bitcoins and other altcoins: 1 [Numerical code] [Optional Preparation] [unique address]. However, some wallets such as BitPay and Copay have received a unique format for their Bitcoin Cash (BCC) addresses. In this article we will dive into the peculiarities of these BCC addresses.
Secrets of BCC’s address format
Your example: CtgutugvawhugPf4cyjavj8DCFKE4TPEQ. Let’s discuss what each part means:
1 [NUMERIC CODE]: followed by a specific number. In Bitcoins and other Altcoins, the numeric code usually corresponds to a particular address type (eg “1” for the main bitcoin address).
[Optional prefix]: There is no additional prefix.
[A unique address]: and then your address will come that seems to be a unique identifier.
Bitcoin Cash Format
Now quickly explore the standard BCC address format:
3 [Numeric code] [Optional suffix] [unique BCC address]
So what happens with BitPay and Copay format? Here are several possible explanations:
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- Adaptation for BCC’s wallets : Specific formatting could be adapted to the needs of BCC wallet providers, such as those that offer hybrid wallet solutions (ie the use of bitcoins and BCC).
- Simplified user experience : By not watching the standard number code format, BitPay and Copay can focus on providing more intuitive interfaces for users familiar with their own addresses.
Conclusion
Although it is not clear why BitPay/Copay has chosen this special format, understanding their motivation can help you better navigate their wallets. If your wallet occurs problems or errors relating to BCC address, try to follow:
- Make sure your wallet supports bitcoin cash.
- Verify that your address has not been marked as a spam or duplicate address from bitcoin and BCC Services.
- Reach for BitPay/Copay support team to help solve any address related problems.
When the country of cryptocurrencies is constantly evolving, it will be interesting to find out how other wallet providers adapt their formats to suit users like you.
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