Alpha
Block: ~963,648. Network: Alpha Testnet. Balance: Practice ECX. The Alpha snapshot creates the first practice ECX balances and allows users to begin testing the network.
What Is eCash (ECX)?
A simple guide to the eCash (ECX) network, its relationship to Bitcoin, the Alpha and Beta testnets, and the transition to permanent ECX on mainnet.
What Is eCash (ECX)?
eCash (ECX) is a separate blockchain network created from snapshots of the Bitcoin ledger.
Bitcoin addresses holding BTC at the relevant snapshot blocks receive corresponding ECX balances according to the network rules.
ECX launches in stages. The Alpha and Beta stages use practice ECX for testing, while permanent ECX becomes available when the network reaches mainnet.
Your Bitcoin is not converted into ECX. BTC remains on the Bitcoin network, while ECX exists as a separate asset on the eCash network.
How Does ECX Relate to Bitcoin?
ECX begins with balances derived from Bitcoin blockchain snapshots.
At each specified snapshot block, eligible BTC balances are reflected on the corresponding ECX network stage.
This does not move, convert or remove your Bitcoin.
Your BTC remains on the Bitcoin network, while the ECX network maintains its own separate blockchain and balances.
Bitcoin BlockchainBTC SnapshotMatching ECX BalanceSeparate eCash Network
Important Note. Because ECX originates from the Bitcoin ledger, post-fork transactions may require replay protection and coin splitting before BTC and ECX can be safely used independently. ECXIUM handles the safe split and replay-protection process automatically when an eligible Bitcoin wallet is imported.
Learn about splitting BTC and ECXECX Alpha, Beta and Mainnet
Beta
Block: 967,680. Network: Beta Testnet. Balance: Practice ECX. Beta is the current test stage. It launched at Bitcoin block 967,680 and uses practice ECX before the permanent Mainnet network begins.
Mainnet
Block: ~973,728. Network: Mainnet. Balance: Permanent ECX. The mainnet snapshot establishes permanent ECX balances.
Important Notice
Alpha and Beta ECX are practice balances. They should not be confused with permanent ECX created at the mainnet snapshot around block ~973,728.
What Happens to My Bitcoin?
Your Bitcoin remains Bitcoin.
The ECX snapshots do not move, convert or remove BTC from the Bitcoin network.
After the fork, BTC continues to exist on Bitcoin while ECX exists separately on the eCash network.
However, because the two chains originate from the same pre-fork transaction history, users should understand transaction replay before moving post-fork funds.
ECXIUM is designed to simplify this process by automatically handling safe coin splitting and replay protection when an eligible Bitcoin wallet is imported.
Learn how BTC and ECX are separated. Review the split guide before moving post-fork funds.
Learn how BTC and ECX are separatedWho Receives ECX?
Bitcoin addresses holding BTC at the relevant snapshot blocks receive corresponding ECX balances according to the eCash network rules.
Alpha and Beta balances are practice ECX. The mainnet snapshot establishes permanent ECX.
If your BTC is held by an exchange or another custodial service at a snapshot, access to the corresponding ECX depends on whether that service supports the eCash fork.
Holding BTC in a self-custody wallet gives you direct control of the keys associated with your Bitcoin addresses.
The network uses three snapshots:
- Alpha - ~963,648
- Beta - 967,680
- Mainnet - ~973,728
Check Your Bitcoin Address for ECX
You can check a public Bitcoin address to see whether it has an ECX allocation associated with the snapshot. Only a public Bitcoin address is required for an eligibility check. Never enter a Recovery Phrase or private key into an address checker.
How Can I Use ECX With ECXIUM?
ECXIUM is a non-custodial web wallet built specifically for eCash (ECX).
During Alpha and Beta, ECXIUM clearly identifies the active testnet so practice ECX is not confused with permanent mainnet ECX.
- Create a new ECX wallet.
- Import an existing ECX wallet.
- Import an eligible Bitcoin wallet.
- Import a Recovery Phrase.
- Import a WIF private key.
- Automatically handle safe BTC and ECX splitting when importing an eligible Bitcoin wallet.
- Send and receive ECX.
- View transaction history.
- Manage your wallet directly in your browser.
Key Features of ECXIUM
Self-Custody
You remain in control of your wallet.
Web Wallet
Use ECXIUM directly in your browser.
Recovery Phrase
Create or import a wallet using a Recovery Phrase.
WIF Import
Import supported Bitcoin and ECX private keys.
Automatic Safe Split
ECXIUM handles coin splitting and replay protection when an eligible Bitcoin wallet is imported.
QR Code Support
Quickly share wallet addresses.
Open Source
Transparent development and publicly available source code.
Independent Project
ECXIUM is an independent wallet developed for the eCash (ECX) ecosystem. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by the official eCash project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ECX the same as Bitcoin?
No. ECX is a separate blockchain and asset. Your BTC remains on the Bitcoin network.
Is ECX already on Mainnet during Beta?
No. ECX Beta Testnet is the current practice stage and uses practice ECX. Permanent ECX begins with the Mainnet snapshot around block ~973,728.
What is practice ECX?
Practice ECX is used during the Alpha and Beta testnet stages. It should not be confused with permanent ECX on mainnet.
Can I receive ECX if I own Bitcoin?
Bitcoin addresses holding BTC at the relevant snapshot blocks receive corresponding ECX balances according to the network rules. If your BTC is held by an exchange or other custodian, access to ECX depends on whether that service supports the fork.
Does the fork change my BTC?
No. The snapshots do not convert, move or remove your Bitcoin. BTC remains on the Bitcoin network.
Do I need to split BTC and ECX?
BTC and ECX need to be safely separated to prevent transaction replay. When an eligible Bitcoin wallet is imported into ECXIUM, the wallet automatically handles the safe split and replay-protection process.
Is ECXIUM the official ECX wallet?
No. ECXIUM is an independent wallet developed for the eCash (ECX) ecosystem.
Ready to Start Using ECX?
Create a self-custody ECX wallet or import an existing wallet with ECXIUM.