> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://talonlab.gitbook.io/bip38/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://talonlab.gitbook.io/bip38/manual/no-ec-multiply.md).

# No EC-Multiply

The No EC-Multiply BIP38 format is a method for encrypting private keys so they can be stored or shared securely. BIP38 (Bitcoin Improvement Proposal 38) was developed to standardize the way private keys are encrypted using a passphrase, offering a layer of security against unauthorized access.

No EC-Multiply BIP38 is the simpler of the two BIP38 encryption methods. Unlike EC-Multiply, which is designed for batch generation of encrypted keys, No EC-Multiply BIP38 encrypts each key individually, making it suitable for manual entry and less dependent on complex computer operations. This method uses AES encryption to encode the private key with a passphrase, protecting it even if the physical document or digital file is exposed.

Here are the steps:

### Select Mode

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1. Select Cryptocurrency
2. Select Network
3. Select Mode

### Convert Private Key to WIF

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1. Enter Private Key
2. Select WIF Type
3. Click Convert

<details>

<summary>Output</summary>

```json
{
    "cryptocurrency": "...",
    "network": "...",
    "wif_type": "...",
    "private_key": "...",
    "wif": "..."
}
```

</details>

### Encrypt WIF

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1. Enter Wallet Import Format (WIF)
2. Enter Passphrase
3. Click Encrypt

<details>

<summary>Output</summary>

```json
{
    "cryptocurrency": "...",
    "network": "...",
    "passphrase": "...",
    "wif": "...",
    "wif_type": "...",
    "encrypted_wif": "..."
}
```

</details>

### Decrypt WIF

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1. Enter Encrypted WIF
2. Enter Passphrase
3. Click Decrypt

<details>

<summary>Output</summary>

```json
{
    "wif": "...",
    "private_key": "...",
    "wif_type": "...",
    "public_key": "...",
    "public_key_type": "...",
    "seed": ...,
    "address": "...",
    "lot": ...,
    "sequence": ...
}
```

</details>