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What is the private key and where can I find it?

The Private Key is part of the Private and Public keys collection where the public key is shown to all and the private key is known only to you. When you create an encrypted form, the private key is given to you to download it. This file should be in your Downloads folder if you have not moved it, or saved in some other location.

How do I keep my private keys safe?

The best method to keep your private keys safe lies in an offline storage device. The Secure Wallet combines the best of hot and cold storage to provide unparalleled security with the convenience of a bank card. The wallet is never connected to the Internet, however, you can interact with it wirelessly through the companion app.

Can a private key encrypt a digital signature?

Using the private key. The owner of a public key pair uses their private key for decrypting data that has been encrypted with the public key of the pair. Only the holder of the private key should be able to decrypt data encrypted with the public key. For digital signatures, the owner of the key pair uses their private key to encrypt the signature.

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