MultiBit Wallet Recovery for Classic and HD Wallets
MultiBit wallet recovery starts with finding your old files, because the software itself was discontinued in 2017 and no longer works well on modern computers. Your coins are still on the blockchain. Find the .wallet or .key files, copy them, and then we can unlock them and help you move the coins to a modern wallet.
- MultiBit Classic
- MultiBit HD
- No recovery, no fee
4 Proven MultiBit Wallet Recovery Steps
Find the files
On Windows, look in AppData Roaming for MultiBit or MultiBitHD folders. Search the whole drive for .wallet and .key files too.
Copy everything
Copy the folders, including the backup subfolders, to a USB drive. Older backups may use passwords you remember better.
Identify the version
Classic used .wallet files with optional .key exports. HD used a 12-word phrase and a folder starting with mbhd.
Unlock and move
We recover the password or rebuild from the phrase, then you move the coins to a supported wallet.
Classic vs HD at a Glance
| MultiBit Classic | MultiBit HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Years | 2011 to 2016 | 2015 to 2017 |
| Main file | .wallet | mbhd wallet folder |
| Backup | .key export | 12-word phrase |
| Lock | Password | Password |
The Bitcoin Wiki MultiBit page has background on both versions.
Common MultiBit Problems
- Forgotten wallet or export password
- Wallet shows zero after a failed sync
- Software will not start on new systems
- Only a .key file left, no wallet
MultiBit wallet recovery often overlaps with old bitcoin wallet recovery and password recovery.
MultiBit Wallet Recovery FAQ
My MultiBit wallet shows zero coins. Are they gone?
Usually not. Old MultiBit versions often fail to sync on today's network. The keys inside the file still control the coins.
Can I import into Electrum myself?
Sometimes, if you know the password. Work on a copy and see our Electrum page.
What does it cost?
Free review, and you pay only on success. See pricing.
Found an Old MultiBit Wallet?
MultiBit wallet recovery starts with a free review.