Useful resources

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Block explorers

mempool.spaceTransactions, blocks and live fee estimates Blockstream ExplorerSimple block explorer

Official wallet sites

TrezorHardware wallet LedgerHardware wallet (affiliate link)ColdcardBitcoin-only hardware wallet BitBoxHardware wallet (affiliate link)FoundationPassport hardware wallet Blockstream JadeHardware wallet (affiliate link)Sparrow WalletDesktop wallet ElectrumDesktop wallet BlueWalletMobile wallet

Run your own node

Bitcoin CoreReference node software UmbrelHome server (affiliate link)Start9Home server. 5% off with code SHATOSHI (affiliate link)

Original sources

Bitcoin whitepaper (PDF)Satoshi Nakamoto, 2008 bitcoin.orgIntro and wallet guides

Price and network stats

CoinGecko: BitcoinPrice and market data Timechain StatsNetwork stats dashboard mempool.space feesLive fee rates

News and learning

Bitcoin OptechTechnical newsletter Learn Me A BitcoinClear technical explainers Mastering Bitcoin (free book)Open source book

UK safety

FCA ScamSmartCheck before you invest FCA crypto basicsRisks explained Report FraudReport fraud and cyber crime (formerly Action Fraud)

Not financial advice. This page is general education only. Bitcoin prices can swing hard. Never put in more than you can afford to lose, and do your own research.