Glossary Term:

Base58check

The method used in Bitcoin for converting 160-bit hashes into P2PKH and P2SH addresses. Also used in other parts of Bitcoin, such as encoding private keys for backup in WIP format. Not the same as other base58 implementations.

Not to be confused with: P2PKH address, P2SH address, IP address

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