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Private key
Access and trust

Private key

A secret code that proves ownership and authorizes transactions on a blockchain. Only the holder of the private key can initiate activity from their account. Losing it means losing access permanently.

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A PIN or digital signature certificate. A piece of information known only to the account holder that authorizes transactions on their behalf.
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The key to a safe deposit box. The bank holds the box, but only you have the key. Without it, nobody, including the bank, can open the box.
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