Glossary

A hardware device that is not physically connected to any computer or Internet device, instead using tools such as QR codes or SD cards to pass information between devices.

A decentralized, peer-to-peer, globally available digital money used to send and receive value without need for permission, fear of censorship, or third-party intermediaries.

A technology that serves a crucial role in Bitcoin and acts as a "distributed public ledger" that links all "blocks" of transactions in a contiguous, immutable "chain."

A legal status that signifies full membership in a nation or state, granting individuals rights such as voting, access to a passport, holding public office, and accessing social services, along with responsibilities like obeying laws and paying taxes.

A method of custody whereby Bitcoin is stored entirely offline and inaccessible to anyone without direct, physical access to a wallet.

A Bitcoin wallet where a third party holds the private keys on your behalf.

Involves protecting personal or sensitive data from exposure to unwanted third-parties, including names, addresses, Internet traffic, government IDs, and others.

Allows remote workers to live and work in a country legally while performing their job online for a foreign employer or business.

A service provider that translates and routes Internet traffic by converting URLs (e.g., www.thebitcoinway.com) to computer-readable IP addresses for the purpose of serving and delivering websites to end users.

A person's permanent legal home, often used in tax and legal contexts.

Holding citizenship in two countries simultaneously.

A process whereby individuals can obtain citizenship in a country through financial investment, often taking the form of registering a business, purchasing real estate, or providing a gift to the government.

The process of converting data into an unreadable format to those without proper keys for protection of sensitive information.

A security system that monitors and controls, then blocks or permits, incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined rules.

A strategy for diversifying citizenship, residency, and assets across multiple countries to optimize freedom and security.

A residency program offering residency or citizenship in exchange for significant investment in the host country.

A small, handheld device used for storing private keys and signing Bitcoin transactions.

A Bitcoin wallet connected to the Internet, typically used for daily transactions.

A unique web address that enables transmission of data, websites, and other information across the Internet.

A process used by exchanges and financial services to verify customer identity; not required to work with The Bitcoin Way.

The use of two or more authentication mechanisms (e.g., a password plus an authentication code) to log in or access services.

A method to enhance Bitcoin custody security by requiring multiple private keys to authorize a Bitcoin transaction.

The legal process by which a non-citizen acquires citizenship in a foreign country.

A participant in the Bitcoin network that helps verify and broadcast transactions using a small computing device.

A special visa designed for remote workers or digital nomads allowing them to live in a foreign country while working online.

A wallet where you hold the private keys and have full control over your Bitcoin.

Software whose source code is freely available for anyone to view, modify, and distribute.

The software that supports a computer or phone’s general functions, including running applications and authenticating users.

A unique number, usually six digits in length, used to access a Bitcoin hardware wallet.

A “25th word” created by the user that is appended to a seed phrase to generate a new Bitcoin wallet and increase overall security.

Direct communication or transaction between users without intermediaries, which Bitcoin enables.

A legal status that allows an individual to live, work, and study indefinitely in a country without becoming a citizen, while typically granting access to many of the same rights and benefits as citizens, except for voting and holding certain public offices.

Legal access to live in, either temporarily (temporary residency) or indefinitely (permanent residency), a foreign jurisdiction, used as a backup option in the event of war, economic turmoil, or other catastrophic event affecting one's native country.

A phone designed with features that enhance user privacy.

A cryptographic key that allows a user to access and control their Bitcoin.

Software that is privately owned, with its source code hidden from users, limiting modification and redistribution.

A specialized type of barcode designed to store information for wireless transmission of information, such as for signing Bitcoin transactions.

The ability to access a device, such as a Bitcoin node, when not connected to the same wireless network.

A small device used for saving information; may be used for signing Bitcoin transactions with a hardware wallet and inserted into a computer to finalize sending via a software wallet.

A series of words generated by your wallet to recover your Bitcoin if lost.

Controlling your Bitcoin without relying on third-party custodians.

A manipulation technique that exploits human psychology to gain confidential information, such as through scam phone calls, phishing emails, or other means of inciting action that will expose sensitive data.

A Bitcoin wallet that runs on a computer, designed to initiate the sending and receiving of transactions and connected to a node for private transmission to the Bitcoin network.

A country offering low or zero taxes to attract foreign individuals or businesses.

A legal status granted to individuals allowing them to live in a country for a limited period, typically for purposes such as work, study, tourism, or family reunification, without granting permanent settlement rights.

A “chuck” of on-chain Bitcoin made accessible by access to its private keys; UTXOs should be sufficiently large to ensure useful for paying network fees, but sufficiently small for maintaining privacy when transacting.

A service that encrypts your internet connection and hides your IP address, enhancing your privacy online.

A legal document granting permission to enter, stay, or work in a foreign country for a specified period.

A unique ID generated to provide assurance that a user is viewing and using the Bitcoin wallet they intend to be accessing.