Where to Find the Private Key in Metamask?

The private key is a 64-hex-digit long string generated by a complex algorithm. MetaMask allows you to directly access this key. Here are the steps to follow.

The private key is the ultimate proof of ownership of an account on the Ethereum blockchain. If you have the private key, you can access and do all the things on Ethereum. Losing it means that you lost all your funds and tokens.

  1. Open MetaMask
    2. Ensure you have the MetaMask extension installed on your browser. And it has been logged in with the same account of which you want the private key.
    Opening metamask extension in a browser
  2. Select account
    3. Each new Ethereum account comes with a new pair of public & private keys. Select the desired account.

  3. Account settings
    4. Click on the three dots on the homepage near the account name and the public address.
    Metamask homepage screnshot focusing on the three dots that lead to account settings
  4. Account details
    5. Select the “Account details” option from the available options.
    Account settings in metamask focusing on the account details option
  5. Export private key
    6. Click on the “Export private key” option from the next page.
    Export private key button in the metamask acccount settings
  6. Enter password
    7. Enter the password that you use to open the MetaMask extension. The confirm button should get enabled at that time. Click on that after completely entering the password.
    Confirming password in metamask to see the private key
  7. Private key
    8. Your private key should be visible on your screen. It is the 64 hex-digit string inside the box.
    Private key in MetaMask
  8. Store it
    9. Safely store it in a secure location.


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