📄️ Understanding Bitcoin Private Keys
Learn what Bitcoin private keys are, how they work, and why they're essential for controlling your Bitcoin. The foundation of self-custody explained.
📄️ Number Systems: Binary, Decimal, Hex
Understand binary, decimal, and hexadecimal number systems used in Bitcoin private keys. Essential foundation for understanding seed phrases.
📄️ The Random Number
Practical guide: The Random Number. Covers The Checksum, bitcoin, self custody.
📄️ Bitcoin Seed Phrases Explained (BIP39)
Understand how BIP39 seed phrases work: converting private keys to memorable words. Learn the 2048-word list and how seeds protect your Bitcoin.
📄️ Bitcoin Passphrase (25th Word) Explained
Add extra security to your Bitcoin seed with a passphrase. Understand how the 25th word creates hidden wallets and protects against theft.
📄️ Derivation Path
Practical guide: Derivation Path. Covers The BIP32 Standard, Anatomy of a Derivation Path, Common Derivation Paths.
📄️ Extended Private Key (XPRV)
Practical guide: Extended Private Key (XPRV). Covers Why the Extended Private Key Matters, Security Considerations, Generating and Testing an Extended Private.
📄️ Extended Public Key (XPUB)
Practical guide: Extended Public Key (XPUB). Covers Security Considerations, Identifying Extended Public Keys, Final Thoughts.