In r/ethereum, users clarify that sharing an Ethereum address exposes transaction history in a blockchain explorer, and discuss practical privacy workarounds like separate addresses, ENS, or routing through exchanges.
I was recently asked for me public key (to my metamask wallet)
I know that Bitcoin public keys should still be treated with some care as they disclose all transactions to that address in any blockchain explorer
Yep, putting your public wallet address into any blockchain explorer will reveal transactions to/from that address. Public means *public*.
Yes, anyone with your public key can see your entire transaction history.
If someone is asking for this to pay you consider setting up either a separate ENS address that you wash through an exchange or mixer like tornado cash
Is this the same with Ethereum?
When sharing your public key do you prefer QR codes text or embedded addresses for security and convenience?
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