Today, you'll learn how to send Bitcoin safely and easily. Combining the Spectre DIY and the Sparrow Wallet, you can securely sign and send Bitcoin transactions while protecting your private keys offline. This ensures you retain full control over your transactions.
1. Preparation: Specter DIY and Sparrow Wallet
To to send Bitcoin, you need:
- Specter DIY: A hardware wallet that works offline and is used to sign transactions.
- Sparrow Wallet: A software wallet that allows you to manage and send transactions.
First, plug in the Spectre DIY and enter your seed phrase. Alternatively, you can import the seed words via an SD card, scan them via SeedQR, or if you have the Specter Shield have the Smart card use
2. Send Bitcoin: Step-by-step instructions
Step 1: Connect to Sparrow Wallet
Open the Sparrow Wallet that you have connected to the Specter DIY and go to "Send"Here you can enter the Bitcoin address to which you want to send Bitcoin.
- Scan QR code: If you have the address as a QR code, you can scan it directly in the Sparrow Wallet.
- Add label: Keep a record of where you are sending Bitcoins from or to in order to track your transactions.
Step 2: Set amount and fees
Enter the amount you want to send. This can be either in Satoshis or in Bitcoin take place.
- Maximum amount: If you want to send the entire amount from an address, select "Max." The remaining amount will then be used for transaction fees.
- Fee settings: Select the desired transaction fee. I recommend moving the slider slightly into the red area to enable quick confirmation.
Step 3: Verify and sign the transaction
After creating the transaction, check the graphical details in the Sparrow Wallet. On the left, you'll see the Bitcoin address from which the Bitcoins are being sent, and on the right, the destination address.
Now you have to complete the transaction with the Specter DIY sign:
Scan the QR code generated by the Sparrow Wallet with the Specter DIY to sign the transaction offline.
Check the destination address again in the Specter DIY to make sure no malware has changed the address. And the recipient Receive Bitcoin securely can.
If everything fits, press with the Specter DIY "confirm" and then scan the confirmation QR code with the Sparrow Wallet after you Scan QR pressed.
3. Complete and transfer the transaction
Once the transaction is signed, scan the generated QR code with the Sparrow Wallet to submit the transaction. The transaction will now be added to the blockchain.
- Broadcast transaction: Click “Broadcast” to transmit the signed transaction to the Bitcoin network.
- Check status: You can check the status of the transfer at any time using the transaction ID. This works via blockchain explorers such as mempool.space.
4. Tips for sending Bitcoin securely
- Check address: Before sending Bitcoin, carefully check the destination address to make sure it hasn't been tampered with by malware.
- Add label: Add labels to your transactions to keep track of where you send Bitcoin.
- Transaction fees: Adjust fees to ensure your transactions are confirmed quickly. Low fees can delay confirmation.
Conclusion
With the combination of Specter DIY and Sparrow Wallet you can Send Bitcoin securelyby signing your transactions offline and protecting your private keys. Always be sure to thoroughly verify addresses to ensure no malware is tampering with the transactions. This method helps ensure your Bitcoin is sent securely and efficiently.
