Warning: Do not download Electrum from another source than electrum.org. Verify GPG signatures.
Latest release: Electrum-4.5.5
Release notes - Previous releasesThe current executables have been signed by ThomasV, SomberNight, Emzy.
Sources and Binaries
 Python
(3.8 and higher)
|
Electrum-4.5.5.tar.gz | Signatures |
 Linux
|
Appimage | Signatures |
 Windows
(8.1 and higher)
|
Standalone Executable | Signatures |
| Windows Installer | Signatures | |
| Portable version (security advice) | Signatures | |
 macOS
(10.13 and higher)
|
Executable for macOS | Signatures |
 Android
(6.0 and higher)
(available on Google Play) |
arm 64-bit (arm64-v8a, recommended) | Signatures |
| arm 32-bit (armeabi-v7a) | Signatures | |
| x86_64 | Signatures |
Installation from Python sources
|
Linux
|
Install dependencies: |
sudo apt-get install python3-pyqt5 libse*****256k1-dev python3-cryptography
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| Download package: |
wget /download/4.5.5/Electrum-4.5.5.tar.gz |
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| Verify signatures: |
wget /download/4.5.5/Electrum-4.5.5.tar.gz.ascgpg --verify Electrum-4.5.5.tar.gz.asc |
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| Run without installing: |
tar -xvf Electrum-4.5.5.tar.gzpython3 Electrum-4.5.5/run_electrum |
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| Install with PIP: |
sudo apt-get install python3-setuptools python3-pippython3 -m pip install --user Electrum-4.5.5.tar.gz
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How to verify GPG signatures
GPG signatures are a proof that distributed files have been signed by the owner of the signing key. For example, if this website was compromised and the original Electrum files had been replaced, signature verification would fail, because the attacker would not be able to create valid signatures. (Note that an attacker would be able to create valid hashes, this is why we do not publish hashes of our binaries here, it does not bring any security).
In order to be able to verify GPG signatures, you need to import
the public key of the signer. Electrum binaries are signed with
ThomasV's public
key. On Linux, you can import that key using the following
command: gpg --import ThomasV.asc. When you import a
key, you should check its fingerprint using independent sources,
such
as here,
or use
the Web of
Trust.
Notes for Windows users
Electrum binaries are often flagged by various anti-virus software. There is nothing we can do about it, so please stop reporting that to us. Anti-virus software uses heuristics in order to determine if a program is malware, and that often results in false positives. If you trust the developers of the project, you can verify the GPG signature of Electrum binaries, and safely ignore any anti-virus warnings. If you do not trust the developers of the project, you should build the binaries yourself, or run the software from source. Finally, if you are really concerned about malware, you should not use an operating system that relies on anti-virus software.
Old versions of Windows might need to install the KB2999226 Windows update.
Documentation
- Official documentation: electrum.readthedocs.io
- Unofficial guide: bitcoinelectrum.com
Community
Support
- Documentation: https://electrum.readthedocs.io
- Official announcements are made on Twitter
- You can ask questions on bitcointalk.org
- As well as on Reddit
Development
- IRC channel: #electrum channel on Libera
- Bug reports: electrum page on GitHub
- Localization: https://crowdin.net/project/electrum
Electrum Servers
- Server source code: ElectrumX (new, faster implementation)
- How to run your own Electrum server: Install Guide
- Servers list and status (Lists only Bitcoin Electrum servers)
- Statistics from Petrkr's server
Privacy Policy
Electrum Technologies GmbH built the Electrum Wallet app as an Open Source app. This SERVICE is provided by Electrum Technologies GmbH at no cost and is intended for use as is. This page is used to inform website visitors regarding our policies with the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information if anyone decided to use our Service. If you choose to use our Service, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation to this policy. The Personal Information that we collect is used for providing and improving the Service. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy. The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, which is accessible at Electrum Wallet unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy.Information Collection and Use
For a better experience, while using our Service, we may require you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information. The information that we request is will be retained by us and used as described in this privacy policy. The app does use third party services that may collect information used to identify you.Log Data
In a case of a crash in the app, we offer to the user the option to upload a crash log (Python traceback) to Github, where it will be public. The crash log does not contain any private keys nor private user information. However, the crash log may contain IP addresses, timestamps, device name and OS version. The crash log is viewable by the user before it is uploaded, and its publication is always opt-in.Service Providers
We may employ third-party companies and individuals due to the following reasons: To facilitate our Service; To provide the Service on our behalf; To perform Service-related services; or To assist us in analyzing how our Service is used. We want to inform users of this Service that these third parties have access to your Personal Information. The reason is to perform the tasks assigned to them on our behalf. However, they are obligated not to disclose or use the information for any other purpose.Security
We value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.Links to Other Sites
This Service may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.*****ren’s Privacy
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We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. These changes are effective immediately after they are posted on this page.Contact Us
If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us.About Electrum
Electrum was created by Thomas Voegtlin in
November 2011.
Since then,
various developers have contributed to its
source code.
Developers with Github write access
-
Thomas Voegtlin
[github]
-
[gpg
key]
6694 D8DE 7BE8 EE56 31BE D950 2BD5 824B 7F94 70E6
-
[gpg
key]
-
SomberNight
[github]
-
[gpg key
for identity/git commits]
4AD6 4339 DFA0 5E20 B3F6 AD51 E7B7 48CD AF5E 5ED9 -
[gpg
key for releases]
0EED CFD5 CAFB 4590 6734 9B23 CA9E EEC4 3DF9 11DC
-
[gpg key
for identity/git commits]
Website and release security
Developers do not have direct unilateral write access to this website.
Changes must be signed by both
ThomasV and
SomberNight,
automatically checked by a script before made publicly visible.
Release distributables are reproducible, and need to be signed by at least the same two keys,
before the script exposes them to the webserver.
Impressum
This website is hosted by Electrum Technologies GmbHElectrum Technologies was founded by Thomas Voegtlin in 2013.
Its mission is to develop, package and distribute Electrum software, and to provide services to Bitcoin users and businesses.
Address
Electrum Technologies GmbHPaul-Lincke-Ufer 8d
10999 Berlin - Germany
Disclaimer
Electrum is Free Software, released under the MIT Licence.
Free and Decentralized
Electrum is free software.
Released under the MIT License.
Anyone can run an Electrum server.
No single entity controls the network.
Multi-Platform
Electrum has various user interfaces.
It can be used on mobile, desktop
or with the command line interface.
Safe
Your private keys are encrypted and never leave your computer.
Forgiving
Your funds can be recovered from a secret phrase.
Instant On
Electrum is fast, because it uses servers that index the Bitcoin blockchain.
No Lock-In
You can export your private keys and use them in other Bitcoin clients.
No Downtimes
Electrum servers are decentralized and redundant. Your wallet is never down.
Proof Checking
Electrum Wallet verifies all the transactions in your history using SPV.
Cold Storage
Keep your private keys offline, and go online with a watching-only wallet.
Multisig
Split the permission to spend your coins between several wallets.
Add-ons
Electrum supports third-party plugins: Multisig services, Hardware wallets, etc.