Importing a private key to heritage in Bitcoin’s core without a portfolio file
As a Bitcoin user, he can inherit or get a private key heritage, which is no longer compatible with the latest Bitcoin Core software. You are wondering how to import this old key to the new Bitcoin customer if you do not have access to the portfolio file. Don’t be afraid, dear reader! This article will help you take steps for this task.
preliminary requirements
Before we start, make sure you have:
- Your private Bitcoin keys withdraw if something goes wrong.
- The latest Bitcoin Core version installed in your system.
- Compatible operating system (Windows, MacOS or Linux).
Step 1: Download inherited private keys
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Go to a safe location and download the older private key file from a reliable source, such as a family member or friend who is also a Bitcoin user. You will need this file in PEM format, which is a standard format for encryption of private keys.
Step 2: Delete the inherited private key file
After downloading the file, take it in the new directory in your system. This will help prevent possible security problems if the key has confidential information. Use a safe extraction method, such as:
- Discharge (using a tool such as Winzip or 7-ZIP) in Windows.
- Extraction (using a tool such as a file explorer or “tar -x
on macOS/linux)
Step 3: Create a new Bitcoin core configuration
Open the Bitcoin Core configuration file located on ".config/Bitcoincore/ (usually appears in the user catalog). You need to create a new configuration file and set the following options:
Data_DIR: Set it to a safe place, such as/TMP/BTC-Gragacy-Key.
- 'Genesis-File': Enter the private heritage key file that you get in advance.
- Network = TestNet
(or preferred network)
Step 4: Create a new Bitcoin portfolio file
Create a new portfolio file in the same catalog as the newly created configuration file. It will be used to save the inherited private key.
Step 5: Import the inherited private key for Bitcoin Core
You will have to use bitcoin-cli to import a older private key. Here's how:
- Open the terminal or command line.
- Go to the directory where you created a new configuration file.
- Run is the command to create a new portfolio file:
Bash
Bitcoincli bag-Create /TMP /BTC-GAGACY-KEY.PW
This will create a new portfolio file called “BTC-Legacy-Sey.pw.
- Then you will have to import the private key to your inheritance in the Bitcoin core using the following command:
Bash
Bitcoincli -u BTC1: BTC2 -I /TMP /BTC-Gragacy- key.pw 0.000012 BTC-Address = Your bitcoin-address.com
Replace BTC1,BTC2 and Your-Bitcoin-address.com 'with your actual information from the wallet.
- Check if the import will be successful, checking the status of the portfolio:
Bash
Bitcoincli -u BTC1: BTC2 -I /TMP /BTC-GAGacy- key.pw 0.000012 btc-ddress = Your bitcoin-address.com question question
Congratulations! You successfully imported a inherited private key to the Bitcoin core without a wallet file.
Note : When working with inherited private keys, it is important to remember that they may not be compatible with the latest bitcoin software, and importing them may be a risk of security. Always act with confidential data, always be careful, especially if you do not know cryptocurrency safety protocols.
When taking these steps, the inherited private key should be imported into the Bitcoin nucleus without a portfolio file. Remember to always determine the priority of safe practice while working with confidential information in the world of cryptocurrencies.