imToken's Guide to Handling the BCH Hard Fork

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Bitcoin Cash (BCH) underwent a scheduled hard fork on November 15, 2020, resulting in two potential chains: Bitcoin Cash ABC (BCHA) and Bitcoin Cash Node (BCHN). Here’s how imToken supported users during this event:


Key Decisions & User Guidance

  1. Default Chain Selection
    imToken prioritized the BCHN chain due to its overwhelming community consensus. Users’ existing BCH assets remained unaffected.
  2. Safety Measures

    • Users were advised to avoid BCH transactions during the fork to prevent potential losses.
    • Post-fork updates were communicated via official imToken announcements.
  3. Accessing BCHA Tokens
    To claim BCHA ("fork糖果"), users could:

    • Export their BCH wallet’s mnemonic phrase or private key.
    • Import these credentials into a BCHA-compatible wallet (e.g., Electron Cash in "BCHA mode").

Critical Risk Awareness

⚠️ Security Alert:

👉 Need a secure wallet for fork tokens?


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How do I claim BCHA if my BCH was in imToken during the fork?

A: Use your backup phrase/private key to access funds in a BCHA-supporting wallet. No action was needed for BCHN assets.

Q: Which wallets support BCHA?

A: Wallets like Electron Cash (configured for BCHA) or exchanges listing BCHA can manage these tokens.

Q: Why didn’t imToken automatically distribute BCHA?

A: imToken’s default support aligned with BCHN. Users retaining keys maintained full control over forked assets.

Q: Are exchanges required to credit BCHA?

A: Policies vary. Some exchanges airdropped BCHA; others required manual withdrawal. Check your exchange’s terms.


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For assistance, contact imToken Support.
Last updated: November 2020.


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