How to Export Your Private Key

Your wallet private key is the cryptographic secret that gives full control over your blockchain address and assets. Exporting your private key allows you to access the same wallet from other compatible wallet applications if needed.

If you want a deeper explanation of how crypto wallets work, how private keys control blockchain addresses, and the difference between custodial and non-custodial wallets, read our guide: How crypto wallets work

Because the private key controls your funds, it must be handled with extreme care. Anyone who obtains your private key can control your wallet.

This guide explains how to export your private key from the wallet interface used in Monavo.

Important security notice

Before exporting your private key, make sure you understand the risks.

Never share your private key with anyone.
Do not paste your key into unknown websites.
Avoid storing the key in screenshots or cloud notes.
Only export your key on a secure personal device.

Where the wallet comes from

Wallets used inside Monavo are created using infrastructure from Dynamic .

Dynamic provides secure wallet infrastructure that allows applications to create non-custodial wallets while keeping control of keys with the user.

This means:

the wallet belongs to you
you can export your key
you can use the wallet in other compatible applications

Follow these steps to export your private key.

In the Monavo application header you will see your wallet address. Next to it there is a Dynamic wallet link.

Click the Dynamic link to open the wallet management interface.

Step 2 - Open account settings

Inside the wallet interface open the settings section.

Navigate to:

Settings -> Account and Security

Step 3 - Export the private key

Inside Account and Security, select:

Export Private Key

The wallet interface will ask you to confirm the action before revealing the key.

Once confirmed, the private key will be displayed so you can copy and store it securely.

Where to store your private key safely

If you export your private key, it is important to store it securely.

Recommended options include:

writing it down and storing it offline
storing it in an encrypted password manager
keeping it in a hardware security device

Avoid storing private keys in plain text files, screenshots, or messaging apps.

Why exporting your key matters

Exporting your private key ensures that you always retain full control of your wallet.

Even if you stop using a specific application, the same wallet can still be accessed using other compatible wallets that support the same blockchain network.

This principle is one of the core ideas behind non-custodial crypto wallets: users remain the ultimate owners of their assets.

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How to export your private key

Important security notice

Where the wallet comes from