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Glossary

Key terms used in Grove documentation.

B​

Base​

An Ethereum Layer 2 network built by Coinbase. Grove currently operates on Base for fast, low-cost transactions.

Base Name​

A human-readable name on Base network (e.g., yourname.base.eth) that resolves to a wallet address. Get one at base.org/names.

Base Wallet​

A self-custody crypto wallet by Coinbase, formerly known as Coinbase Wallet. One of the wallets supported by Grove.

BaseScan​

The block explorer for Base network. View transactions at basescan.org.

Brave Wallet​

A browser-native crypto wallet built into Brave. One of the wallets supported by Grove.

C​

Chrome Extension​

The Grove browser extension that enables tipping creators directly on 𝕏. More platforms coming soon. Installation instructions.

Coinbase​

A cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Grove uses Coinbase Server Wallets for custodial tipping balances.

Custodial Wallet​

A wallet where a third party (Grove, via Coinbase) holds funds on your behalf. Grove uses custodial wallets for tipper balances to enable fast, gas-free tips.

E​

Earner​

Someone who receives tips through Grove by displaying their wallet address publicly.

ENS (Ethereum Name Service)​

A naming system that maps human-readable names (like yourname.eth) to Ethereum addresses. Get one at ens.domains.

EVM Address​

A hexadecimal wallet address on Ethereum-compatible networks. Format: 0x followed by 40 characters.

Exodus​

A multi-chain crypto wallet available on desktop and mobile. Exodus is one of the wallets supported by Grove.

F​

Facilitator​

A server that processes x402 payments on behalf of users. When you send a tip through Grove, a facilitator handles the payment routing and settlement. Facilitators cover gas costs and ensure tips reach earners quickly.

G​

Gas​

Transaction fees on blockchain networks. Grove's custodial system handles gas for tips.

Grove Wallet​

The custodial tipping wallet you fund with USDC. Powered by Coinbase. Maximum balance is $20.

L​

Leaderboard​

Public rankings showing top tippers, top earners, and recent tips. View at app.grove.city/leaderboard. Learn more.

Ledger​

A hardware wallet manufacturer. Ledger devices can be used with Grove via browser wallet extensions.

M​

MetaMask​

A popular browser-based crypto wallet. MetaMask is one of the wallets supported by Grove.

N​

Non-custodial​

A system where users retain full control of their private keys. Earners receive tips non-custodially — directly to their personal wallets. Also called self-custodial.

P​

Phantom​

A multi-chain crypto wallet supporting Ethereum, Solana, and more. Phantom is one of the wallets supported by Grove.

R​

Rabby​

A browser extension wallet focused on DeFi and security. Rabby is one of the wallets supported by Grove.

Rainbow​

A mobile-first Ethereum wallet. Rainbow is one of the wallets supported by Grove.

S​

Secret Key​

A key that syncs your Grove account with the Chrome extension. Found in your Grove profile.

Self-custodial​

See Non-custodial.

Solana​

A high-performance blockchain. Solana support for Grove is coming soon.

T​

Tip​

A transfer of USDC from a tipper to an earner through Grove.

Tipper​

Someone who funds a Grove wallet and sends tips to creators using the Chrome extension.

Trezor​

A hardware wallet manufacturer. Trezor devices can be used with Grove via browser wallet extensions.

Trust Wallet​

A multi-chain mobile wallet. Trust Wallet is one of the wallets supported by Grove.

U​

USDC​

USD Coin — a stablecoin where 1 USDC equals $1 USD. Grove uses USDC for tips.

X​

x402​

An open protocol for HTTP-native payments, named after the HTTP 402 Payment Required status code. Grove uses x402 to enable instant, programmable tips. Learn more at x402.org.