# Contract and Contract Address

> A short explanation. 

**Published by:** [The art of blockchains](https://paragraph.com/@cryll/)
**Published on:** 2024-04-03
**Categories:** $blockchain $degen
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Contract"Understanding the distinction between a contract and a contract address is fundamental to interacting with blockchain technology." A contract or a smart contract is simply a set of instructions inform of codes that execute once certain criterias are met. Think of it like a vending machine - you put in the money (meet the criterias), and the machine dispenses the product (executes the agreement). Contract AddressThis is simply a unique identifier that allows you locate where a contract resides within a blockchain. Think of it like your house address - with your address anyone can locate you. The end.

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