Cryptionary
Term

CashAddr

The native address format for Bitcoin Cash (BCH), using a human-readable prefix and Base32 encoding with strong error detection.

Type:
wallet
technology
bch
1
definition

CashAddr is the address format used by Bitcoin Cash (BCH). It includes a human-readable prefix (e.g., bitcoincash:) and base32-encoded payload with a checksum to reduce errors.

Compared to legacy Base58Check formats, CashAddr is easier to read, copy, and scan via QR codes. The prefix helps prevent sending coins to the wrong network.

Example 1.1 - Example

bitcoincash:qq07s9... (P2PKH) — or — bitcoincash:pq07s9... (P2SH)

2
caution
  • Always verify the bitcoincash: prefix when sending BCH
  • Some apps omit the prefix for brevity; the address is still a valid CashAddr
  • CashAddr is distinct from Bitcoin's Bech32 (bc1...) — do not mix networks

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