Electrum — Fast, Lightweight, Secure Bitcoin Wallet

Trusted by millions since 2011. Non‑custodial wallet with seed recovery, hardware wallet support, multisig, and full control over fees. Your keys. Your coins.

10M+
Active Users Nationwide
$50B+
Assets Under Management
4.7★
Rating (847 reviews)
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256-bit SSL
Encryption
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Non‑custodial
Your keys
PCI DSS
Level 1
SOC 2 Type II
Certified
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24/7 Support
99.9% Uptime

Electrum vs Other Bitcoin Wallets

Feature Electrum Traditional Banks
Monthly Maintenance Fee $0 $12 - $25
Minimum Balance Required $0 $500 - $1,500
Savings Account APY Up to 4.5% 0.01% - 0.50%
Overdraft Fees $0 (with protection) $35 per transaction
ATM Fee Reimbursement Up to $25/month $2.50 - $5.00 each
Mobile Check Deposit Instant 1-3 business days
Account Opening Time 5 minutes online 30-60 min in branch
Customer Support 24/7/365 9am-5pm weekdays

Why Electrum: Lightweight, secure, and battle‑tested since 2011.

Secure Bitcoin Wallet Features

Non‑custodial by Design

Electrum never holds your Bitcoin. Your private keys are derived from your seed phrase and remain under your control. Restore on any device using your seed.

Use Electrum on desktop or mobile to send and receive BTC, set custom fees with RBF/CPFP, and monitor transactions in real time. Supports SegWit and Taproot where applicable.

Key Electrum Advantages:

Hardware Wallets and Multisig

Electrum integrates with Ledger, Trezor and others for offline key storage. Create multisig wallets (e.g., 2‑of‑3) for shared custody and enhanced security.

Have full fee control with Replace‑By‑Fee (RBF) and Child‑Pays‑For‑Parent (CPFP). Export and import watch‑only wallets to monitor balances without exposing private keys.

Advanced Capabilities:

Business Banking Built for Entrepreneurs and Enterprises

Electrum provides advanced wallet features for power users while remaining simple for newcomers. Manage multiple wallets, use hardware devices, and configure multisig setups for enhanced security.

Set custom fees, track confirmations in real time, export watch‑only wallets, and sign transactions offline for cold storage workflows.

Business Account Features:

Why Millions Choose Electrum

Lightweight, secure, open source Bitcoin wallet trusted since 2011.

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Lightweight and Fast

Instant startup and server-backed verification for quick operation without downloading the entire blockchain.

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Proven Security

Seed phrase backups, hardware wallet integration, multisig support, and offline signing for cold storage workflows.

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Full Fee Control

Set custom fees, use Replace‑By‑Fee and Child‑Pays‑For‑Parent for timely confirmations at optimal cost.

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Modern Addresses

Support for legacy, SegWit, and Taproot outputs depending on wallet type and configuration.

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Watch‑Only Wallets

Create watch‑only wallets to monitor balances and receive BTC without exposing private keys.

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Open Source

Transparent, auditable codebase with active community and long history in the Bitcoin ecosystem.

Get Started with Electrum in Minutes

No accounts, no custody. Download, create a wallet, back up your seed.

1

Download & Install

Go to electrum . org/#download and verify signatures. Install for your OS (Windows, macOS, Linux).

2

Create Wallet

Choose a new standard wallet or connect a hardware wallet. Write down the 12‑word seed and store it safely offline.

3

Receive Bitcoin

Share your receive address or QR. Use appropriate fee settings for confirmations. Monitor status in Electrum.

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Use Advanced Features

Enable multisig, connect hardware wallets, use RBF/CPFP for fee control, and set up watch‑only on viewing devices.

What Our 10 Million Users Say

What users say about Electrum.

"Electrum is my go‑to wallet. Light, fast, and the fee control features are incredibly useful for timely confirmations."

Samantha Gray
Financial Analyst, Austin TX

"Hardware wallet integration worked flawlessly. I use Electrum with a Ledger device and multisig for extra safety."

Mark Thompson
E-commerce Entrepreneur, Seattle WA

"Seed backup and watch‑only setup across devices give me peace of mind. Exactly the features I need without bloat."

Laura Hill
Account Manager, Denver CO

"Was skeptical at first, but Electrum’s speed and transparency won me over. Great wallet for both beginners and advanced users."

James Rodriguez
Teacher, Miami FL

"Opened accounts for both personal and business use. The budgeting tools helped me identify where I was overspending, and now I'm consistently saving 20% of my income every month. Complete game changer for my financial health."

Emily Chen
Freelance Designer, New York NY

"I appreciate the open‑source codebase and long track record. Electrum has been rock solid for me for years."

David Martinez
Construction Manager, Phoenix AZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about using Electrum safely.

How do I create an Electrum wallet?

Download from electrum . org/#download, install, and create a new wallet. Write down your 12‑word seed securely offline. Optionally connect a hardware wallet.

Is Electrum custodial?

No. Electrum is non‑custodial. You control your private keys derived from your seed phrase.

What fees does Electrum charge?

Electrum is free open‑source software. Network transaction fees are paid to miners. You can set custom fees and use RBF/CPFP.

How secure is Electrum?

Electrum uses seed phrases for backup, supports hardware wallets and multisig, and allows offline signing for cold storage. Always verify downloads and keep your seed offline.

Does Electrum have a mobile app?

Yes, our mobile app is available for both iOS devices including iPhone and iPad, and Android smartphones and tablets. The app features mobile check deposits with instant funds availability, person-to-person payments via Zelle integration, comprehensive bill pay functionality, budgeting tools with spending insights, instant transaction notifications, card freeze and unfreeze capability, and biometric login. The app has a 4.8-star rating with over 500,000 customer reviews.

How do I receive Bitcoin in Electrum?

Open your wallet, click Receive, and share the address or QR code. Incoming transactions will appear pending until confirmed on-chain.

Can I use Electrum with hardware wallets?

Yes. Electrum supports Ledger, Trezor and other devices. This keeps private keys offline while you sign transactions securely.

What if I need to deposit or withdraw cash?

For receiving funds, share a fresh address per payment for better privacy. For large amounts, consider multisig and hardware wallets.

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