Data directory

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The location where Bitcoin's data files are stored, including the wallet data file.

Default Location

Windows XP

C:\Documents and Settings\YourUserName\Application data\BitCoin

Windows Vista, 7

C:\Users\YourUserName\Appdata\Roaming\BitCoin

Mac

~/Library/Application Support/Bitcoin

Linux

~/.bitcoin

Directory Contents

Subdirectories

database

Files

.lock
blk0001.dat
blkindex.dat
__db.001
__db.002
__db.003
__db.004
__db.005
__db.006
db.log
debug.log
wallet.dat

See Also

Securing your wallet

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