A private key is a string of data (letters and numbers) that shows that you have access to Bitcoins in a specific wallet. Think of a private key like a password; private keys should not be shared with others as they allow you to spend Bitcoins from your Bitcoin wallet through a cryptographic signature. It is similar to your password when online banking.
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Public key
A string of letters and numbers that is derived from a private key. A public key allows one to receive Bitcoin.
Wallet
A wallet is a collection of Bitcoin private keys used to spend Bitcoin. Just like with paper currency that is held in your physical wallet, a Bitcoin wallet is a digital wallet where you can store, send, and receive Bitcoin securely. There are many ...
Public address
A public bitcoin address is a cryptographic hash of a public key. A public address typically starts with the number “1.” Think of a public address like an email address. It can be published anywhere and bitcoin can be sent to it, just like an email ...
Dashboard
Your Dashboard is your hub for all your cryptocurrency trading needs. It is your personalized tool for accessing all the information you need. User Dashboard contains the following tabs: Partner Program - Check your reward history. Trade History – ...