Software Wallet Guide

Claim Your ECX from Bitcoin Core

If your Bitcoin was stored in Bitcoin Core at the time of the official Bitcoin snapshot, you may be eligible to receive ECX.

This guide explains how to verify your eligibility, prepare your ECX receiving address, and complete the official ECX claim process securely.

8 min read Updated Aug 2026

Before You Begin

Before starting the claim process, ensure that you have access to your Bitcoin Core wallet and the wallet data required to prove ownership of your eligible Bitcoin addresses.

You should also prepare an ECX receiving address before beginning the claim process.

  • Access to Bitcoin Core wallet
  • Wallet backup available
  • Required wallet credentials (if applicable)
  • ECX receiving address
  • Stable internet connection

Prepare Your ECX Address

Create an ECX wallet or obtain an ECX deposit address from an exchange that supports ECX.

Your ECX allocation will be delivered to this address after your claim has been completed successfully.

Open the Official ECX Claim Tool

When you are ready to claim your ECX, continue to the Official ECX Claim Tool.

The tool will guide you through the ownership verification process based on your wallet configuration and the official ECX claim procedure.

Open Claim Tool →

Complete Ownership Verification

Follow the instructions provided by the Official ECX Claim Tool.

Depending on your Bitcoin Core wallet configuration, the tool will guide you through the appropriate verification method. Carefully review each step before proceeding.

Enter Your ECX Receiving Address

Paste your ECX receiving address into the claim form.

Before submitting your claim, verify that the destination address is correct to ensure successful delivery of your ECX allocation.

Submit Your Claim

Review all entered information carefully before confirming your submission.

Once ownership verification has been completed successfully, your ECX allocation will be processed according to the official distribution procedure.

Claim Timeline

1

Bitcoin Snapshot

2

Bitcoin Core Wallet

3

Check Eligibility (optional)

4

Prepare ECX Address

5

Official Claim Tool

6

Ownership Verification

7

Receive ECX

Security Recommendations

Verify the Website

Always verify that you are using the official Claim eCash website before beginning the claim process.

Keep Wallet Backups Safe

Ensure that your Bitcoin Core wallet backup is stored securely before beginning your ECX claim.

Verify the Destination Address

Double-check your ECX receiving address before submitting your claim.

Protect Wallet Credentials

Never share wallet credentials or backups with anyone claiming to provide support or technical assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I claim ECX if my Bitcoin was stored in Bitcoin Core?

If your Bitcoin addresses were eligible during the official Bitcoin snapshot, you may be able to claim ECX through the official claim process.

Should I use the ECX Claim Checker first?

Yes. The ECX Claim Checker is the recommended first step because it allows you to verify eligibility using only your public Bitcoin address.

Does the Claim Checker require wallet credentials?

No. The ECX Claim Checker never asks for private keys, wallet backups, or recovery information. Only a public Bitcoin address is required.

Can I skip the Claim Checker?

Yes. If you already know that your Bitcoin addresses are eligible, you can proceed directly to the Official ECX Claim Tool.

Where will my ECX be sent?

Your ECX allocation will be delivered to the ECX receiving address that you provide during the official claim process.

Is Bitcoin Core supported?

Bitcoin Core is one of the wallets covered by the official Claim eCash wallet guides. Follow this guide together with the instructions provided by the Official ECX Claim Tool.

Ready to Claim Your ECX?

Start with a public address check, then continue to the official ECX claim tool when you are ready.