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Learn XBT
Every xbt.live guide in one place, sorted by what you're trying to do. Plain English, checked against the chain, no paywall.
Start here · Claim, split and buy · Store it safely · Mine it · The 180-day lock · Run a node · Spend and use it
Start here
New to XBT? Read these first.
What is XBT?Bitcoin BLAKE2b in five minutes.
XBT vs BTCB2 vs Bitcoin BLAKE2bSame coin, three names.
Six mistakes that cost people XBTRead before you move a single coin.
Why most bitcoiners haven't looked yetThe case, and the doubts.
XBT glossary30 terms in plain English.
XBT FAQQuick answers to common questions.
Claim, split and buy
Got bitcoin before Aug 8, 2026? You have XBT too.
How to claim your XBT and sell it for bitcoinStep by step, safely.
Replay protection, explainedHow to split your coins without losing BTC.
7 checks before a splitting walletDon't hand your seed to the wrong app.
See your XBT balanceShrike and a public Electrum server.
How to buy XBTExchanges, P2P and fees.
Buying XBT on NeoxEXFees and proof of reserve.
Do I have XBT?Check an address.
Store it safely
Keep XBT apart from your bitcoin.
Best XBT wallet in 2026Our pick for iPhone, Android, desktop and savings.
XBT walletsEvery wallet that works, compared.
Paperclip KruxA $70 hardware wallet that only signs XBT.
XBT cold storageAir-gapped setups.
Your inheritance plan forgot your XBTFix it in an afternoon.
XBT block explorersLook up any transaction.
Mine it
What fits a house, what it earns.
How to mine XBT at home in 2026The full guide.
Power and heat basicsBefore you plug in.
How to choose a poolFees, DATUM and block share.
Pool payouts explainedPPLNS vs FPPS vs TIDES vs solo.
Miner profitabilityEvery BLAKE2b ASIC, live.
Which miners workFirmware and compatibility.
Buying a used minerTest standard and red flags.
Pools comparedFees, payouts, live share.
Is mining cheaper than buying?The math.
The 180-day lock
Newly mined XBT waits about 180 days before it can move.
Lock trackerWhat's locked, what's unlocking, live.
When locked rewards unlockFor miners.
Did the lock move your tax date?Two readings, not tax advice.
The dry spell after the cliffWhy supply matters more.
Run a node
It pays nothing. Here's what you get.
Why run an XBT node?Rules, privacy, the lock.
Knots 29.5: who needs to upgrade29.4.2 or older doesn't enforce the lock.
Spam filters on XBTSettings that block junk.
Why block health scores look badAnd what they really mean.
Spend and use it
XBT works as money today.
Pay bitcoin Lightning with XBTShops that only take bitcoin.
Where to spend XBTMerchants and services.
XBT price on your home screenFree widget.
XBT convertersUSD, BTC, EUR and more.
XBT tax helperCost basis and dates.
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