Data We Collect
Electrum collects minimal information to function. When you download and run Electrum, no personal data is transmitted to our servers by default. If you use Electrum's optional features like price tickers or block explorers, limited technical data may be sent.
IP addresses are processed by our servers but are not permanently stored or associated with your wallet identity. Electrum does not track account activity, login times, or device information.
How We Use Your Data
Any data collected is used only to maintain network functionality and improve service reliability. We do not analyze user behavior for marketing purposes. Your blockchain activity remains completely private within the Electrum ecosystem.
Technical logs are retained temporarily for security and server performance monitoring. These logs are deleted according to standard data retention practices and do not identify individual users.
Decentralized Security Model
Electrum operates as decentralized software. Your private keys never leave your device unless you explicitly export them. No Electrum employee or server can access your cryptocurrency funds.
When you connect to an Electrum server, the server sees only the blockchain addresses you query. The server does not learn which addresses you own or how much bitcoin they contain.
Third-Party Services
Electrum may integrate with external services like price feeds or block explorers. When you use these features, those third parties may collect limited data. Review their privacy policies independently for full details.
Electrum does not endorse or take responsibility for third-party privacy practices. You choose whether to enable optional integrations.
Security and Data Protection
Electrum uses industry-standard encryption for communications. All server connections use SSL/TLS protocols to prevent interception. Your wallet file on disk is protected by your chosen password.
Regular security audits and community code review help identify and patch vulnerabilities. Electrum is open-source software, allowing independent verification of privacy claims.
User Rights and Control
You have full control over your data. You can delete your wallet file at any time. Electrum does not maintain backups or recovery options that could compromise your privacy.
You can run Electrum completely offline or on a private network. No internet connection is strictly required for basic wallet operations.
Policy Changes
Electrum may update this privacy policy. Changes will be documented and communicated to users. Continued use of Electrum after updates constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
This privacy policy was last updated in 2026 and reflects current data practices across all Electrum versions.