{"id":266126,"date":"2025-12-18T14:25:09","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T14:25:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cryptorecovers.com\/?p=266126"},"modified":"2026-07-23T00:12:23","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T00:12:23","slug":"samourai-wallet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cryptorecovers.com\/blog\/samourai-wallet\/","title":{"rendered":"Samourai Wallet Seized? Here\u2019s How to Get Your Access Back"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you’re reading this, chances are you’re concerned about the recent seizure of Samourai Wallet<\/strong> and wondering how it affects you. The sudden shutdown has left many users worried about their funds. However, you can relax: Samourai Wallet is only a gateway and your assets actually remain on the blockchain.<\/strong> This means you can still recover them even after the wallet\u2019s seizure. All you need is a valid seed phrase<\/strong> and, if you set one up, a passphrase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Happened to Samourai Wallet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Samourai Wallet was especially famous for advanced privacy tools like CoinJoin mixing (Whirlpool) and transaction obfuscation. It launched in 2015<\/strong> and was mainly used by people who wanted to obscure Bitcoin transaction history. Over time reports indicated around 100,000+ downloads on Android.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice charged Samourai Wallet\u2019s co-founders, Keonne Rodriguez and William Lonergan Hill, accusing them of running an unlicensed money-transmitting business<\/strong> and helping move criminal funds through the wallet\u2019s privacy features. Authorities claimed the platform processed over $2 billion in transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In July 2025, as part of a plea agreement both founders pleaded guilty<\/strong> to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business. “Rodriguez and Hill\u00a0were respectively sentenced to five and four years in prison”<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Can You Still Use Samourai Wallet Today?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the arrests, law enforcement seized the Samourai Wallet developers’ domains and servers,<\/strong> and Google Play Store removed the app.<\/strong> Official development and support for Samourai Wallet have also stopped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Despite this, your<\/strong> Bitcoin is still recoverable.<\/strong> Your funds stay on the blockchain, not inside the wallet app itself. To regain access, you simply need to import your seed phrase or private keys into another compatible wallet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Recover Funds from a Discontinued Samourai Wallet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before starting the recovery, you need to gather the most important information: a valid 12 word seed phrase<\/a> and, if you used one, your passphrase and a compatible wallet. We recommend using Sparrow Wallet<\/a>, Electrum Wallet<\/a>, or BlueWallet, as they are commonly used and compatible options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s very important to enter the words in the exact same order<\/strong> and without typos<\/strong>. Even one wrong letter can make the entire phrase invalid. The same applies to the passphrase: one incorrect symbol or character can block access to your funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step-by-Step Recovery Process for Samourai Wallet Using Electrum Wallet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To use Electrum<\/strong> for Samourai Wallet recovery, you’ll need to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Download<\/strong> & install Electrum Wallet.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Create a new wallet<\/strong> and choose “I already have a seed”.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Enter your Samourai Wallet seed phrase<\/strong> in the correct order, enter your passphrase<\/strong> (if you have used it before), and configure the correct derivation path.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Set a strong password<\/strong> for your wallet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Electrum will display your balance and transactions.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    After recovering your funds, check if the amount is right. Make sure it matches the amount you expected and there are no surprises. If you have trouble recovering your wallet, reach out to Crypto Recovers for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Troubleshooting Common Samourai Wallet Recovery Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    There can be multiple reasons why you may not be able to recover funds from a Samourai Wallet. These range from an invalid seed phrase or passphrase to compatibility issues and incorrect derivation paths.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Let\u2019s go through each issue in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Invalid or Incomplete Seed Phrase<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    If your seed phrase is invalid or incomplete, the first step is to check for typos in the words. The good news is that you can verify each word using the BIP\u201139 word list<\/a> if needed. It\u2019s also critical to enter the 12 words in the exact order you received them during setup. The same applies to missing words: you can verify them with the list or contact us at Crypto Recovers. We can brute-force<\/a> the phrase using the right tools and save you a significant amount of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Lost or Forgotten Passphrase <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    A forgotten passphrase<\/strong> can only be recovered if you have some hints. You need to create a list of possible password combinations<\/strong> you may have used before. Try to recall favorite symbols, pet names, important dates, or the year when you created the wallet. These details can help trigger your memory. If not, you can provide these hints to Crypto Recovers<\/strong>, and we can use our custom cracking tools<\/strong> to regain access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Wallet Compatibility Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Another common issue is wallet compatibility<\/strong>. Since Samourai is a Bitcoin wallet, recovery may fail if the wallet you\u2019re using is not a Bitcoin wallet or it does not support the BIP\u201139 standard. Additionally, outdated or unofficial wallet versions may not detect funds correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Advanced Privacy Features Affecting Recovery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Samourai Wallet also uses some advanced privacy features<\/strong> such as Whirlpool (mixing), Ricochet, Dojo, and PayNyms. Because of this, your coins may not appear right away. Funds sent through Whirlpool or Ricochet often use different addresses or derivation paths. This means when you scan only standard addresses, some outputs may stay hidden in non\u2011standard paths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you run into any difficulties during recovery, contact Crypto Recovers<\/strong>: we\u2019re here to make the process smoother and less stressful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    How Crypto Recovers May Help You Recovering Samourai Wallet Access<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    If you don\u2019t have<\/strong> your seed phrase or passphrase<\/strong>, unfortunately, your assets may stay locked<\/strong> on the blockchain. However, if you still have part of your 12-word seed phrase, Crypto Recovers<\/strong> may be able to help you recover the missing words,<\/strong> as long as four or fewer are missing. The same applies to an invalid passphrase<\/strong>: you need to have at least some hints<\/strong> to help us brute-force<\/strong> it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We\u2019ve been recovering Bitcoin wallets since 2019<\/strong> and have refined our cracking techniques and developed custom brute\u2011force tools over the years. You can meet with our team either in person at our office<\/strong> or online<\/strong> to discuss your recovery chances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We begin work only after signing a legal agreement<\/strong> to ensure the safety of your data and funds. The best part is that there\u2019s no upfront payment<\/strong>. Our fee is 20%, negotiable for larger wallets, and you pay it yourself only after a successful recovery. Unlike old-style services we never deduct anything from your wallet; you move your own coins to a wallet you created. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you have any questions, feel free to reach out<\/strong> to us by email or give us a call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n