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Derivation path

A derivation path is a structured route through an HD wallet's key tree that identifies which child key or account should be derived from the root material.

Published and reviewed: 2 October 2026.

Definition: A derivation path is a structured route through an HD wallet's key tree that identifies which child key or account should be derived from the root material.

Two wallets can accept the same mnemonic and still show different addresses if they use different derivation paths, account indexes or address schemes.

How this concept appears in Terenval Wallet

When importing an existing wallet into Terenval, matching the original wallet's derivation behavior is part of compatibility; users should verify known receiving addresses after recovery.

Important: If an expected balance is missing after restore, investigate path/account differences before entering the phrase into another unknown tool.

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Why the term matters

Practical meaning

Two wallets can accept the same mnemonic and still show different addresses if they use different derivation paths, account indexes or address schemes.

Safety

If an expected balance is missing after restore, investigate path/account differences before entering the phrase into another unknown tool.

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