Public Key

Security

Key used to verify signatures and derive addresses.

A public key is part of a key pair. It lets others verify signatures made by the private key and is used to derive addresses.

Frequently asked questions

  • Can I share my public key?
    Yes. It is meant to be shared. It allows others to verify signatures without exposing your private key.
  • How is an address derived?
    It is computed from the public key through hashing and encoding, depending on the chain.
  • What is key reuse risk?
    Using the same key across contexts can reduce privacy. Consider new addresses for sensitive flows.