Are Monero transaction IDs unique and can they be used to identify the sender or recipient?

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• user23013816Aug 09, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Yes, in Monero, transaction IDs are unique to each transaction. However, these transaction IDs cannot be used to directly identify the sender or recipient of a transaction. Monero is designed to provide privacy and anonymity, and as such, transaction IDs are not linked to any specific user or address. This ensures that the sender and recipient remain anonymous.
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• Daniyal AnjumJan 31, 2023 · 2 years ago
  Absolutely! Monero transaction IDs are indeed unique for each transaction. However, it's important to note that these transaction IDs are not meant to be used for identifying the sender or recipient. Monero employs advanced cryptographic techniques to obfuscate transaction details, making it nearly impossible to trace the flow of funds. So, rest assured, your privacy is well-protected when using Monero.
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• N RajuMay 25, 2021 · 4 years ago
  Yes, Monero transaction IDs are unique for each transaction. However, they do not reveal any information about the sender or recipient. Monero's privacy features, such as ring signatures and stealth addresses, ensure that transactions are unlinkable and untraceable. This means that even if someone were to obtain a transaction ID, they would not be able to determine who sent or received the funds. So, you can trust Monero to keep your transactions private and secure.
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• Samir KumarMay 22, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Monero transaction IDs are indeed unique for each transaction. However, they do not disclose any information about the sender or recipient. Monero's privacy-centric design ensures that transaction details are obfuscated, making it extremely difficult to identify the parties involved. So, while transaction IDs exist, they are not useful for identifying the sender or recipient.
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• Bojesen HauserAug 18, 2022 · 3 years ago
  Yes, Monero transaction IDs are unique to each transaction. However, they are not intended to be used for identifying the sender or recipient. Monero prioritizes privacy and employs various techniques, such as ring signatures and stealth addresses, to ensure that transactions are anonymous and unlinkable. This means that even if someone were to obtain a transaction ID, they would not be able to associate it with any specific user or address.
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• Boyette HolderMay 02, 2024 · a year ago
  Monero transaction IDs are unique for each transaction, but they do not reveal any information about the sender or recipient. Monero's privacy features make it nearly impossible to trace transactions back to their origin or destination. So, even though transaction IDs exist, they cannot be used to identify the parties involved.
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• Kris ZuckerbergJun 01, 2025 · 2 months ago
  Yes, Monero transaction IDs are unique for every transaction. However, they do not provide any information about the sender or recipient. Monero's privacy-focused approach ensures that transaction details are kept confidential, making it extremely difficult to trace funds or identify individuals. So, while transaction IDs exist, they are not useful for identifying the sender or recipient of a Monero transaction.
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