Keystore

The Keystore wallet allows you to use a keystore file to unlock your wallet. The keystore file format encodes a single private key in a file.

When to use it

Choose this option when you already have a JSON keystore file (from geth, foundry, or another wallet export) and want to unlock it with a password.

Setup

  1. Export or locate your JSON keystore file.
  2. In ethui, create a new wallet and select Keystore.
  3. Choose the keystore file and enter its password.
  4. Confirm the derived address before using it.

Tips

  • Treat the keystore file like a password-protected secret.
  • If you lose the password, the keystore cannot be recovered.