Mist is no longer supported — here’s how to transition over to MyCrypto.
Recently, it was announced that the Mist Browser and Wallet .
MyCrypto is one of the , and thankfully, it’s an easy transition.
How do I find my Mist wallet?
When you originally used Mist, your was generated with a keystore file, encrypted by a password that you set.
The keystore file(s) that you used with Mist are, by default, stored on your computer. To access them via Mist, open Mist and select File > Backup > Accounts.
The location of the files depend on your operating system:
- Linux:
~/.ethereum/keystore - MacOS:
/Library/Ethereum/keystore - Windows:
%APPDATA%Ethereumkeystore
Keystore file names begin with UTC-- followed by a timestamp and address.
How do I use my Mist wallet with MyCrypto?
Once you’ve found your keystore file, you can easily use this same with the MyCrypto Desktop App. If you can’t find your keystore file, scroll down to the “How do I find my Mist ?” section.
Step 1: Download the MyCrypto Desktop App
Step 2: Install the MyCrypto Desktop App.
Step 3: Open the MyCrypto Desktop App and click Keystore File.
Step 4: Click SELECT WALLET FILE and navigate to your Keystore File.
Step 5: Enter the password that you set when you originally created the . Click Unlock.
Step 6: Voilà! You’ve successfully accessed your Mist with MyCrypto.
Now you can send, receive, and otherwise manage your funds!
Note: Transitioning from Mist is the perfect time to consider upgrading to a hardware . A keystore file is generally acceptable if you’re confident in your personal security, but a hardware is recommended if you want to take an extra step and be even more secure. .
How do I use my Mist wallet to interact with smart contracts now?
If you’re looking to interact with smart contracts with your Mist (keystore file), the best place to do so is with the . Simply open the app and click on the ‘Contracts’ tab. When you go to sign a transaction within a smart contract, you’ll be prompted to input your keystore file and password.
Published at Sat, 11 May 2019 20:00:00 +0000
