Blockchain fundamentals
Mnemonic recovery phrases
A mnemonic encodes entropy used to derive wallet keys.
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Overview
A mnemonic encodes entropy used to derive wallet keys.
Why it matters
Word order, optional passphrase and derivation path determine the accounts.
What to check
Never treat it like a provider password that can be reset.