Difference between revisions of "Backup Wallet"
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It is highly recommended to use the backup functionality of the app to create backups in regular time intervals. The backup file format is .dat and if you have chosen a password the backup file will be encrypted. It is also recommended to store all receive addresses in a text file or the like to be able to [[Create address|recover them manually]], which is necessary under certain circumstances. | It is highly recommended to use the backup functionality of the app to create backups in regular time intervals. The backup file format is .dat and if you have chosen a password the backup file will be encrypted. It is also recommended to store all receive addresses in a text file or the like to be able to [[Create address|recover them manually]], which is necessary under certain circumstances. | ||
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| − | The backup file can be used to [[Restore Wallet|restore the wallet]] after a new installation of the app. | + | The backup file can be used to [[Restore Wallet|restore the wallet]] after a new installation of the app or after using the exit function. |
| − | The usage of a seed phrase as backup is no longer encouraged. | + | The sole usage of a seed phrase as "backup" is no longer encouraged. |
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| + | [[File:Wallet_Backup.jpg|alt=|frameless|572x572px]][[File:Wallet Exit 1.jpg|frameless|572x572px]] | ||
Revision as of 19:21, 16 March 2021
It is highly recommended to use the backup functionality of the app to create backups in regular time intervals. The backup file format is .dat and if you have chosen a password the backup file will be encrypted. It is also recommended to store all receive addresses in a text file or the like to be able to recover them manually, which is necessary under certain circumstances.
The backup file can be used to restore the wallet after a new installation of the app or after using the exit function.
The sole usage of a seed phrase as "backup" is no longer encouraged.
