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Timelocks (CLTV & CSV)
OP_CHECKLOCKTIMEVERIFY and OP_CHECKSEQUENCEVERIFY allow time-based spending conditions in Bitcoin scripts.
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What is Timelocks (CLTV & CSV)?
OP_CHECKLOCKTIMEVERIFY and OP_CHECKSEQUENCEVERIFY allow time-based spending conditions in Bitcoin scripts.
Why It Matters
Understanding Timelocks (CLTV & CSV) is essential for anyone serious about Bitcoin. This concept forms a key building block of how Bitcoin works and why it's valuable.
Key Points
- This is a core Bitcoin concept at the advanced level
- Related to: scripting, advanced, lightning
- Estimated reading time: 7 minutes
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