About Bitcoin
Bitcoin is the first decentralized digital currency, secured by proof-of-work mining and a hard cap of 21 million coins. People hold it as a long-term store of value, send it across borders without banks, and use it as the benchmark asset in crypto portfolios.
Many holders treat BTC as digital gold, preserving wealth outside traditional finance.
Only 21 million coins will ever exist, enforced by code rather than central policy.
Send value anywhere with an internet connection, without banks or business hours.
Hold keys in your own wallet and control access without a trusted intermediary.
Popular ways to swap Bitcoin
Move into or out of BTC from ETH, SOL, stablecoins, and other supported assets with one upfront quote.
Receive BTC
Swap from BTC
What can you do with Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency for saving, sending value, and holding long term wealth onchain.
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Store long-term value
Hold BTC as a scarce asset for long term savings and portfolio growth over time.
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Send global payments
Send value to anyone with a Bitcoin address, any day of the week, without a bank.
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Self custody BTC
Receive BTC directly to your own wallet or hardware device that only you control.
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Diversify holdings
Balance your portfolio by moving between BTC and other crypto or stablecoin assets.
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Swap into major assets
Convert ETH, stablecoins, or altcoins into native BTC in a single quoted swap.
Ready to hold native Bitcoin?
Quote a route, send your deposit, and receive BTC to your address. Fees and timing are shown before you commit.
Frequently asked questions about Bitcoin
What makes native BTC different from wrapped Bitcoin?
Native BTC lives on the Bitcoin blockchain and is accepted by every Bitcoin wallet. Wrapped versions are tokens on other networks that represent Bitcoin exposure but follow different contracts and redemption rules.
Which Bitcoin address formats does Allblu support?
Provide a valid native Bitcoin receive address in your quote. Legacy, SegWit, and Taproot formats are accepted as long as they match standard Bitcoin mainnet conventions.
Can I swap ETH or stablecoins directly to BTC?
Yes. Allblu supports routes from major assets into native BTC. Your quote shows the expected output, fees, and estimated completion time.
How many confirmations does Bitcoin require?
Settlement waits for sufficient Bitcoin block confirmations to reduce reorg risk. The exact count depends on the route and is reflected in the estimated arrival window on your quote.
What is the difference between SegWit and Taproot addresses?
SegWit (bc1q) and Taproot (bc1p) are newer Bitcoin address formats with lower fees and improved privacy compared to legacy formats. Allblu accepts any valid mainnet address you control.
Can I send BTC from a hardware wallet?
Absolutely. Initiate the swap on Allblu, then broadcast the deposit transaction from Ledger, Trezor, or any wallet that supports Bitcoin mainnet.