hdwallet
Python-based library implementing a Hierarchical Deterministic (HD) Wallet generator for 200+ cryptocurrencies.
Decision gist · record as of 2026-08-14
Yes, if you need deterministic wallet generation for multiple cryptocurrencies and can accept aging maintenance. The library is stable (Production/Stable classifier), has no known vulnerabilities, low install friction, and covers a broad range of protocols and cryptocurrencies. However, the 375-day gap since the last release suggests limited active development; verify that the specific cryptocurrencies and derivation paths you need are well-tested before relying on it for production use.AI-flagged interpretation of the facts on this page — verify before relying
Before you install
- Requires Python 3.9 or later; eight cryptographic dependencies (ecdsa, pycryptodome, coincurve, etc.) must be installed.
- Low install friction with a pure-Python wheel and eight well-established cryptographic dependencies.
- Maintenance status is aging—last release was 375 days ago—but the repository remains active with recent commits and no archived status.
License · maintenance · safety
MIT (permissive) — MIT license is permissive; you may use, modify, and distribute this library freely in commercial and private projects with minimal restrictions.
last release 2025-08-04 (375 days) · last repo commit 2026-02-13 · 559 stars
0 known vulnerabilities (OSV.dev, 2026-08-14) · 156,061 downloads/mo, #10,794 on PyPI
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Verify before relying
from hdwallet import HDWallet
from hdwallet.entropies import BIP39Entropy
from hdwallet.cryptocurrencies import Bitcoin
from hdwallet.hds import BIP32HD
from hdwallet.derivations import CustomDerivation
hdwallet = HDWallet(
cryptocurrency=Bitcoin,
hd=BIP32HD
).from_entropy(
entropy=BIP39Entropy(entropy=BIP39Entropy.generate())
).from_derivation(
derivation=CustomDerivation(path="m/0'/0/0")
)
print(hdwallet.dumps())- Whether all 200+ cryptocurrencies are equally well-tested or if some are less mature than others.
- Performance characteristics when deriving large numbers of keys or addresses in sequence.
- Whether the library supports hardware wallet integration or is software-only.
What it is and what it does
hdwallet is a Python library for generating and managing hierarchical deterministic wallets across multiple cryptocurrencies. It implements standard HD protocols (BIP32, BIP44, BIP49, BIP84, BIP86, Cardano, Electrum, Monero) and supports various entropy and mnemonic schemes (BIP39, Algorand, Electrum-V1/V2). The library handles the full workflow from seed generation through key derivation to address creation, supporting compressed and uncompressed public keys, multiple address formats (P2PKH, P2WPKH, P2TR, etc.), and custom derivation paths.
The package is built on established cryptographic primitives—ecdsa, pycryptodome, coincurve, ed25519-blake2b, pynacl—and provides a high-level API for developers integrating multi-currency wallet functionality. It adheres to standard protocols for compatibility with other wallets and services, making it suitable for building wallet applications, key management systems, or blockchain integration tools that need deterministic key generation across diverse cryptocurrency networks.
Use it for
- Generate Bitcoin or Ethereum wallets from a single mnemonic seed for multi-account wallet applications.
- Derive hierarchical key hierarchies for custodial services managing wallets across multiple cryptocurrencies.
- Build command-line tools for wallet creation and key export using the optional CLI interface.
- Integrate deterministic key derivation into blockchain explorers or address monitoring systems.
- Create backup and recovery workflows using BIP39 mnemonics and seed phrases.
Worth the install?
AI-flagged interpretation of the facts on this page. Verify before relying on it.
Yes, if you need deterministic wallet generation for multiple cryptocurrencies and can accept aging maintenance.
The library is stable (Production/Stable classifier), has no known vulnerabilities, low install friction, and covers a broad range of protocols and cryptocurrencies. However, the 375-day gap since the last release suggests limited active development; verify that the specific cryptocurrencies and derivation paths you need are well-tested before relying on it for production use.
Install
hdwallet on PyPI
Before you install
Low install friction with a pure-Python wheel and eight well-established cryptographic dependencies. Maintenance status is aging—last release was 375 days ago—but the repository remains active with recent commits and no archived status.
Requires Python 3.9 or later; eight cryptographic dependencies (ecdsa, pycryptodome, coincurve, etc.) must be installed.
License in practice
MIT license is permissive; you may use, modify, and distribute this library freely in commercial and private projects with minimal restrictions.
Quickstart
from hdwallet import HDWallet
from hdwallet.entropies import BIP39Entropy
from hdwallet.cryptocurrencies import Bitcoin
from hdwallet.hds import BIP32HD
from hdwallet.derivations import CustomDerivation
hdwallet = HDWallet(
cryptocurrency=Bitcoin,
hd=BIP32HD
).from_entropy(
entropy=BIP39Entropy(entropy=BIP39Entropy.generate())
).from_derivation(
derivation=CustomDerivation(path="m/0'/0/0")
)
print(hdwallet.dumps())Verify before relying
- Whether all 200+ cryptocurrencies are equally well-tested or if some are less mature than others.
- Performance characteristics when deriving large numbers of keys or addresses in sequence.
- Whether the library supports hardware wallet integration or is software-only.
Package facts
| License | MIT permissive |
| Python support | Supports the current Python release <4,>=3.9 |
| Install friction | Low. Pure-Python wheel |
| Runtime dependencies | 8 packagesecdsacrcmodpycryptodomeed25519-blake2bcoincurvepynaclbase58cbor2 |
| Maintenance | Aging 375 days since the last release |
| Last repo commit | |
| First released | |
| Downloads | 156,061 / month, #10,794 on PyPI 30-day window, as of 2026-08-14 |
| Known vulnerabilities | None known OSV.dev, checked 2026-08-14 |
| Classifiers | Development Status :: 5 - Production/StableLicense :: OSI Approved :: MIT LicenseProgramming Language :: Python :: 3.10Programming Language :: Python :: 3.11Programming Language :: Python :: 3.12Programming Language :: Python :: 3.13Programming Language :: Python :: 3.9Topic :: Software Development :: Libraries :: Python Modules |
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