Term

CheckTemplateVerify

A proposed Bitcoin opcode that would enable simple covenants by committing to a template of future transactions.

Type:
proposal
script
Also known as:
CTV
BIP-119
1
definition

CheckTemplateVerify would allow outputs to restrict future spends to match a pre-committed transaction pattern. This enables vaults and batched payments without complex scripts.

2
status
  • Still a proposal for Bitcoin; not activated at the time of writing
  • Similar goals may be achieved on other chains via different mechanisms

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