Blockchain and Crypto for Everyone: What You Need to Know Before You Get Started

We know that when you hear words like “Blockchain” or “cryptocurrency”, it's normal that you get a thousand questions or that you think it's very complicated. But don't worry! At Hand4Hand, we want you to feel completely at ease and safe as you explore this new world. Our goal is for you to understand the essentials in a simple and friendly way, because we believe that these tools are for everyone.

What is Blockchain? Imagine a great book of trust.

Think of Blockchain as a great digital accounting book. But it's not just any book; it's a super special one for these reasons:

• It's immutable: Once something is written in this book (that is, an information or transaction is recorded in a “block”), no one can delete or modify it! It's as if the pages were sealed forever.
• It is shared by all: There isn't a single person or company that has this book. Many copies exist on thousands of computers around the world, and they are all updated at the same time. This makes it incredibly safe because, if someone were to try to change a page in your copy, the rest of the network will detect it right away.
• It's transparent: Since everyone has a copy and everything is recorded, you can see what happened (without seeing people's names, your privacy is protected!) , which generates a lot of trust.

In short, Blockchain is the secure and transparent technology which allows us to carry out transactions and record information reliably, without the need for intermediaries.

And Cryptocurrencies? Your secure digital money!

If Blockchain is the “book”, then the Cryptocurrencies are the “money” used in that book. They are simply digital money that you can send and receive directly, from person to person, without going through a traditional bank.

What makes them special is that they are protected by cryptography (highly advanced secret codes), making them very difficult to falsify. They are the perfect medium for fast, secure transactions with lower fees.

USDT and Polygon: your partners for an easy start

We know that there are a lot of cryptocurrencies, and it can be overwhelming. But at Hand4Hand, we focus on a few key tools that will make your life easier:

• USDT (Tether): Your stable digital dollar! Imagine that you want to use digital money, but you're worried that its value will rise and fall very quickly (as is sometimes the case with other cryptocurrencies). That's where USDT comes in. It is a cryptocurrency designed so that its value is almost always equal to that of a US dollar. So, when you donate in USDT, you know that you're sending the equivalent of a dollar, with the stability that gives you! It's like having dollars in digital format.
• Polygon: The fast and affordable highway. Think that Blockchain transactions can sometimes be slow or have a cost. Polygon is like a “fast track” built on some of these Blockchains (such as Ethereum). Its plus is that it makes your operations (such as sending USDT) much faster and with much lower fees. This is essential for your Hand4Hand experience to be smooth and accessible, without the money being left in commissions or delays.

Your safe and empowering first step

At Hand4Hand, we use these tools so that your participation in our community is transparent, safe and direct. Our purpose is that you have the confidence to give and receive support, knowing that technology is working in your favor for mutual growth.

You don't need to be a tech expert to join. Our commitment is to guide you with warmth and clarity every step of the way. You're about to discover a world of opportunities where your contribution truly transforms!

Ready to take the first step? We are waiting for you at Hand4Hand!

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