How long is a typical Bitcoin address in terms of characters?

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• dreamiesApr 10, 2023 · 2 years ago
  A typical Bitcoin address is usually 26-35 characters long. It consists of alphanumeric characters and starts with either '1', '3', or 'bc1'. The length of the address can vary depending on the type of address used. For example, legacy addresses start with '1' and are 26-34 characters long, while SegWit addresses start with '3' or 'bc1' and are 27-35 characters long.
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• Browne BeardAug 14, 2024 · a year ago
  The length of a Bitcoin address can be quite confusing for beginners. In general, a typical Bitcoin address is around 26-35 characters long. However, it's important to note that the length can vary depending on the type of address. Legacy addresses, which start with '1', are usually 26-34 characters long, while SegWit addresses, which start with '3' or 'bc1', are usually 27-35 characters long.
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• Bright kids of AmericaOct 21, 2022 · 3 years ago
  According to BYDFi, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, a typical Bitcoin address is usually 26-35 characters long. It can consist of alphanumeric characters and starts with either '1', '3', or 'bc1'. The length of the address can vary depending on the type of address used. Legacy addresses, which start with '1', are usually 26-34 characters long, while SegWit addresses, which start with '3' or 'bc1', are usually 27-35 characters long.
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