Brave Wallet Now Supports Bitcoin: Upcoming Support for BRC-20 and Ordinals

Brave Wallet takes a giant leap by integrating Bitcoin support, with BRC-20 tokens and Ordinals on the horizon.

Learn how to manage your digital assets more effectively in the latest version of the privacy-centric Brave browser.

This expansion promises to make Brave an even more compelling choice for cryptocurrency enthusiasts.

Bitcoin Now Available on the Latest Version of Brave Browser

Brave, a browser that prioritizes privacy and offers a cryptocurrency rewards feature, announced on February 28, 2024, that Brave Wallet now supports Bitcoin (BTC).

Brave Wallet, a cryptocurrency wallet feature integrated into the Brave browser, allows users to manage various blockchain assets within the browser itself.

This update reports that users can now create and manage Bitcoin wallet accounts with the desktop version of Brave Wallet. By updating the Brave browser to the latest version (v1.63), users can start utilizing Bitcoin.

Support for Various BTC Addresses and Transactions

Brave Wallet is compatible with a range of Bitcoin addresses for sending and receiving, ensuring compatibility with third-party wallets. The supported types include:

• Legacy
• Nested SegWit
• Native SegWit
• Taproot

How to Use BTC with Brave Wallet

To use Bitcoin with Brave Wallet, follow these steps:

1. Open Brave Wallet on Mac, Windows, or Linux.
2. Click the "…" menu at the top right of the wallet panel.
3. Select "Create Account."
4. Choose "Bitcoin."

Plans for Further Expansion and Enhanced Features

Brave had previously announced partnerships with "Zcash" and the "Filecoin Foundation." In this latest announcement, it is reported that "Brave Wallet will offer secure Zcash transactions in the coming months."

Moreover, in the latter half of 2024, Brave Wallet is expected to support "BRC-20 tokens" and "Ordinals," enhancing support for a wider range of Bitcoin accounts.

The Brave browser is becoming increasingly attractive with a series of feature expansions. Recently, it was announced that "Brave Rewards' BAT rewards can now be received in Solana wallets."