🧠 What Is BIP39?
BIP39 stands for Bitcoin Improvement Proposal 39, which defines how mnemonic phrases (like 12 or 24-word seed phrases) are generated and used to derive deterministic wallets. These phrases are human-readable and serve as a secure backup for your cryptocurrency wallet.
The CryptoWallet.si BIP39 tool is a customized version of the original tool, tailored for users of LanaCoin ($LANA), TajCoin ($TAJ), and other coins supported by the CryptoWallet.si ecosystem.
🚀 Getting Started
1. Clone or Download the Repository
Visit https://github.com/CryptowalletSi/bip39 and either:
- Click Code > Download ZIP, then extract it.
2. Open the Tool Locally
This is a client-side web tool, meaning it runs entirely in your browser without sending data to any server.
- Open
index.htmlin your browser. - You’ll see a clean interface for generating and analyzing mnemonic seed phrases.
🛠️ Main Features
🔢 Generate Mnemonic Phrase
- Choose the number of words (12, 15, 18, 21, or 24).
- Click Generate to create a new seed phrase.
- Optionally add a passphrase for extra security.
🔍 View Derived Keys
- After generating a seed, the tool shows:
- BIP32 Root Key
- Extended Private/Public Keys
- Derived Addresses for various coins and paths
🔄 Coin Selection
- Use the dropdown to select coins like LanaCoin, TajCoin, or others.
- The tool adjusts derivation paths accordingly.
🔐 Security Tips
- Use offline: Disconnect from the internet before generating seeds.
- Never share your seed phrase.
- Store your seed securely using tools like the Backup Seed Card.
- Verify the source: Always download from the official GitHub to avoid tampered versions.
🧰 Advanced Usage
- Developers can modify derivation paths or add new coins.
- Integrate with Electrum servers or wallets that support custom paths.
- Use the tool to recover keys from mnemonic phrases for supported coins.
📎 Repository Info
- GitHub: CryptoWallet.si/bip39
- License: MIT (open-source)