Definition
An altcoin is any cryptocurrency other than Bitcoin. Learn about altcoins, their purposes, and how they differ from Bitcoin.
Why It Matters
Understanding Altcoin helps you read crypto market data more accurately and make better-informed decisions when comparing coins, projects, and on-chain activity.
Where You'll See It
Altcoin appears throughout cryptocurrency analytics on Crypto Market Watch — including coin profiles, rankings, and other glossary entries. Continue with related glossary terms or read the longer-form learn articles for deeper context.