# Vault Backup ### The Vault Backup The vault backup is a file that has information needed for sovereign recovery. Sovereign recovery refers to the process of independently regaining control over your funds or assets without relying on a third-party or service provider such as Bold. The `Backup file` is a package of files that provides you with the means to regain control over your funds in the case that Bold ceases operations or becomes inaccessible. By following the instructions in the `Vault backup`, you can use one of the supported open source wallets to track and withdraw funds without relying on Bold’s web application. ### Download Vault Backup {% hint style="info" %} You will have automatically downloaded your vault backup when setting up your vault. {% endhint %} 1. Navigate to the `Bold Vault`. 2. Click `Settings`.
3. Click `Download vault backup file`. ### Supported Multisig Coordinators for Sovereign Recovery * Bold supports `Sparrow`, `Specter`, and `Electrum` as open source multisig wallet managers. * An overview of each multisig wallet manager is provided in the table below.
Wallet nameNotesDownload Link
SparrowIdeal for beginners, easy to use and navigate.Download Sparrow
SpecterDesigned for experienced users with advanced features.Download Specter
ElectrumBest for advanced users, highly customizable.Download Electrum
* The table below summarizes the differences between Full and Watch-only wallets for each of the three multisig wallet managers. * A `Watch-only` wallet for bitcoin is a type of wallet that allows you to keep track of the balance and transactions of your Bold Vault without having the ability to spend or transfer the bitcoin from that address.
Wallet nameCapabilitySetup Process
SparrowFullUltra-quick and recommended
SpecterWatch-onlyQuick and hassle-free
SpecterFullAdvanced setup required
ElectrumWatch-onlyQuick and straightforward
ElectrumFullAdvanced setup required
### Steps to Recover My Bold Vault Using My Backup File Your `Backup file` is downloaded as a zipped folder to your computer. Within the folder there are multiple documents that will assist you in recovering your Bold Vault: * There is a `Sovereign recovery of your Bold Vault` document that provides general information and guidance as well as information on `Sparrow`, `Specter`, and `Electrum`. * There is a `.txt file` that includes information specific to your vault. * For `Sparrow`, `Specter`, and `Electrum`, there are instructions included in the `Backup file` as well as the required files specific to your vault that you need in order to use these wallet options. Below are the steps to recover your Bold vault using your backup file on Sparrow: 1. Open Sparrow app. 2. Go to `File menu` then click `Import wallet`**.** 3. In the menu, find `Output descriptor` and click `Import file…`**.** 4. Navigate to the backup folder you downloaded. Select `Sparrow` then the `Sparrow.txt` file. 5. Enter a name for this wallet. 6. Optionally, choose a `Password` for your wallet and `Continue`**.** 7. `Sparrow` will create and load your wallet. You should now be able to create transactions and track funds using this wallet. {% hint style="info" %} There are guides included in your backup file download folder for Sparrow, Specter, and Electrum. {% endhint %} --- # Agent Instructions: Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.getbold.io/bold-vault/vault-backup.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.