Private Key

SecurityUpdated: October 15, 2025

Also known as: Secret Key, Private Keys

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A secret code that allows you to access and manage your cryptocurrency

A secret code that allows you to access and manage your cryptocurrency.

Private keys are cryptographic keys that prove ownership of crypto assets and authorize transactions. Losing your private key means losing access to your funds forever. Never share your private keys with anyone.

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Public Key Wallet Seed Phrase

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