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    Bitcoin & Satoshi Conversion Guide

    Bitcoin denominations range from whole coins for treasury discussions down to satoshis for micropayments. This reference keeps the math straight and showcases everyday use cases.

    One bitcoin contains 100,000,000 satoshis, and Lightning Network invoices frequently rely on those smaller units. Use the tables below to understand BTC subdivisions and compare them with traditional currency values.

    Base unit

    Bitcoin (BTC)

    Units covered

    2

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    Unit breakdown

    Every unit below references the SI base value so you can compare readings quickly.

    UnitSymbol1 unit in BTCNotes
    Satoshisat1 sat = 1.0000×10^-8 BTC—
    BitcoinBTCReference unit—

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    Bitcoin to Satoshi1 BTC = 1.0000×10^+8 satOpenIdeal for quick checks inside the live converter.
    Satoshi to Bitcoin1 sat = 1.0000×10^-8 BTCOpenIdeal for quick checks inside the live converter.

    Frequently asked questions

    How many satoshis make up one bitcoin?

    One bitcoin equals exactly 100,000,000 satoshis. The satoshi is the smallest unit currently transactable on the Bitcoin network.

    What are common subdivisions of bitcoin?

    mBTC represents one-thousandth of a bitcoin (0.001 BTC). µBTC or “bits” represent one-millionth (0.000001 BTC). Lightning invoices often use satoshis directly.

    Why do some wallets show BTC while others show sat?

    Showing BTC keeps balances compact for large holdings. Displaying satoshis is friendlier for small payments. Many wallets let you toggle the preferred display unit.

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