Looking for an easy, secure way to store and share Bitcoin? Meet the Satscard, a physical card by Coinkite that makes Bitcoin as simple to use as cash. With NFC technology, it’s perfect for gifting, trading, or carrying Bitcoin in your wallet. Here’s why it’s a recommended solution for new users, explained in a straightforward way.
What is a Satscard and why it stands out
The Satscard is a physical Bitcoin wallet that makes handling Bitcoin as simple as cash. It’s essentially a reusable gift card with up to 10 unique slots. Leveraging a secure, tamper-proof chip and NFC technology, you can load, check, or transfer Bitcoin simply by tapping the card on a smartphone. This makes it an ideal solution for beginners, for gifting Bitcoin, or for quick, in-person trades.
Below is a breakdown of its features, why they matter, and what to watch out for.
1. Air-Gapped Security: Private keys are generated on an EAL6+-certified chip, never leaving the card and never touch the internet, protecting Bitcoin from malware and hacks. Users can add custom randomness. No personal data or transaction history sent to servers, ensuring privacy.
*Important consideration: Must be stored securely like cash. No backup option if losing or damaging the card thus it isn’t ideal for long-term storage of large amounts.
2. Physical Ownership: It turns Bitcoin into a “bearer asset.” Whoever holds the card controls the Bitcoin. This is great for private, in-person transactions.
*Important consideration: The card is only as secure as cash. If it’s lost or stolen, your Bitcoin is gone. Limited to Bitcoin’s base chain, not Lightning Network, with potential high on-chain fees.
3. NFC Technology: A simple tap on a smartphone with an NFC reader allows you to instantly check the balance or transfer funds without a complicated setup.
*Important consideration: Quick, contactless access makes it beginner-friendly and great for in-person trades. However, it requires apps like Nunchuk and NFC-capable devices (or external readers) to manage funds. In addition, it is sensitive with unauthorized NFC scan hence requires RFID Protection (a RFID-blocking sleeve is included in the product package).
4. Multiple Slots & Reusability: Supports up to 10 independent slots, each with a unique Bitcoin address. You can reuse the card for multiple transactions
*Important consideration: Perfect for multiple transactions, like gifting or trading, with 10 fresh slots. Once a slot is unsealed to withdraw funds, it is permanently compromised and should not be used again.
5. Simplified Access: Ownership tied to the card and 6-digit CVC code, simplifying use and avoiding seed phrase loss. Unseal a slot with the 6-digit CVC code on the card’s back to access funds and move them to another wallet.
*Important consideration: Unlike other wallets, there is no complicated seed phrase to manage or lose. Losing or exposing the CVC code can block access or allow theft. You must keep the CVC code secure.
6. Private & Simple Transfer: Send Bitcoin to a slot’s address (QR code) and hand the card to someone, transferring ownership offline.
*Important consideration: no personal data sent to servers for max privacy.
How Does Satscard Work? A Step-by-Step Guide
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Loading Bitcoin onto the card:
Tap the Satscard on an NFC-enabled phone to get a unique Bitcoin address (QR code). Send Bitcoin to this address from any wallet, and it’s stored securely on the card. Now it’s ready to hand over like cash.
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Checking the balance:
Tap the card on your phone to instantly see the Bitcoin balance, slot number, and whether it’s sealed or unsealed. It’s as easy as checking a gift card.
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Withdrawing funds (or unsealing a slot):
To spend the Bitcoin, use an app like Nunchuk and enter the 6-digit CVC code on the card’s back to “unseal” a slot. This reveals the private key, letting you move funds to another wallet. Note: Once unsealed, that slot can’t be reused securely.
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Reusing the card:
Each Satscard has up to 10 slots, each with a new Bitcoin address. After unsealing one slot, the card switches to the next, letting you reload and reuse it up to 10 times.
Here’s a simplified, step-by-step video tutorial that walks you through how to use Satscard:
If you need guidance on using a SatsCard or setting up the Nunchuk app, we are ready to help.
Conclusion
The Satscard provides a unique solution for storing and transferring Bitcoin in a physical, easy-to-use format. It’s particularly well-suited for specific use cases like gifting Bitcoin or facilitating in-person peer-to-peer transactions without the need for immediate on-chain fees or confirmations. While it simplifies the user experience by acting like a “digital banknote,” users must be mindful of its limitations, including its single-use slot design and the risks of physical loss.
Where to buy an authentic Satscard in Vietnam?
The most reliable place to purchase a genuine SATSCARD in Vietnam is BitcoinVN Shop, the official distributor of Coinkite (Canada).
- All products are factory-sealed and imported directly from Coinkite.
- BitcoinVN offers fast, nationwide shipping (2–5 days) with high-security packaging, and same-day delivery in Ho Chi Minh City.
- You may inspect the container and seal to ensure it has not been tampered with before making payment. All purchases are covered by our return policy. Please note: return or replacement requests will only be accepted if supported by a video or other evidence of the unboxing.
- Flexible payment options include cash or bank transfer. Limited edition designs, such as the El Salvador commemorative version, are also available.
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