Instead of creating a new wallet, you can import one you already have — from another app, a paper backup, or a previous BlueWallet install.
You can import using a recovery phrase (mnemonic), a private key, or a WIF. BlueWallet detects the format automatically.
Open the import screen
From the home screen, tap + in the top-right corner to open the add-wallet screen, then tap Import wallet.
Enter your backup
On the import screen, paste or type your backup into the text field. The instructions at the top explain what formats are accepted.
Recovery phrase (mnemonic)
Enter your seed words as a sentence: no numbers, in the correct order, with a single space between each word.
For example: clock boat sunshine
If you are unsure about a word, check the BIP39 English word list.
Use Paste to paste from the clipboard, Scan to scan a QR code, or Clear to reset the field.
When everything looks correct, tap Import. BlueWallet will recover the wallet and add it to your list.
Scan a QR code or import a file
Tap Scan on the import screen to open the camera and scan a QR backup. You can also import from a compatible file format using the options in the scan/import menu (⋯ in the top-right corner).
Advanced import options
Tap ⋯ on the import screen for extra options:
- Import with a passphrase — if your backup uses a BIP39 passphrase (25th word)
- Search accounts on import — scan more derivation paths when recovering a wallet from another app
- Custom derivation path on import — enter a specific BIP32 path when discovery does not find your wallet
Tips
- Import each wallet separately — there is no bulk import for multiple wallets at once.
- Double-check every word before importing. A single typo can make recovery fail.
- Never enter your backup on a device you do not trust.