# Change the derivation path of addresses

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This tutorial will guide you through modifying the derivation path to different formats if you notice a discrepancy in the address obtained on Keystone compared to other platforms, such as Ledger when using ETH, BTC, SOL, or Near.&#x20;

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This tutorial is for **M-10.0** or higher version users.
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### Change BTC address format

Keystone's default BTC address format is Native Segwit, which uses the derivation path m/84'/0'/0'/0/\*.&#x20;

However, you can easily change your BTC address type by following these steps:

1. Open the Asset page and select \[BTC].
2. Tap on the "..." button on the top right corner.
3. Select \[Change Address Type].
4. Choose the desired address format from the options: Legacy, Nested Segwit, Native Segwit, or Core Format which is especially for Core Wallet Path.

Your new BTC address will be generated, and you can start using it.

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#### Each of these BTC address formats has its own features:

<table><thead><tr><th width="153">Format</th><th width="153">Derivation path</th><th width="107">Started with</th><th>Feature</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Legacy (P2WSH)</td><td>m/44’/0’/0’/0/*</td><td>“1”</td><td>They are compatible with all Bitcoin wallets and exchanges but have higher transaction fees and lower security than newer address formats.</td></tr><tr><td>Nested Segwit (P2SH-P2WSH)</td><td>m/49’/0’/0’/0/*</td><td>“3”</td><td>They provide improved security and lower transaction fees than Legacy addresses.</td></tr><tr><td>Native Segwit (P2WSH)</td><td>m/84’/0’/0’/0/*</td><td>"bc1"</td><td>They are the most efficient and secure Bitcoin address format. It provides cost savings and improved security compared to other traditional address formats.</td></tr></tbody></table>

### Change ETH address format

Keystone's default ETH address format is BIP44 Standard, which uses the derivation path m/44'/60'/0'/0/\*.&#x20;

However, you can easily change your ETH address type by following these steps:

1. Open the Asset page and select \[ETH].
2. Tap on the "..." button on the top right corner.
3. Select \[Change Derivation Path].
4. Choose the desired address format from the options: BIP44 Standard, Ledger Live, and Ledger Legacy.

Your new ETH address will be generated, and you can start using it.

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### Change Near address format

Keystone's default Near address derivation path is M/44'/397'/0'.

However, you can easily change your Near address type by following these steps:

1. Open the Asset page and select \[Near].
2. Tap on the \[...] button on the top right corner.
3. Select \[Change Derivation Path].
4. Choose the desired address format from the options: standard one and Ledger Live.

Your new Near address will be generated, and you can start using it.

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### Change Solana address format

Keystone's default SOL address derivation path is m/44'/501'/\*.&#x20;

However, you can easily change your SOL address type by following these steps:

1. Open the Asset page and select \[SOL].
2. Tap on the \[...] button on the top right corner.
3. Select \[Change Derivation Path].
4. To generate your SOL address, you need to choose the appropriate address derivation path depending on your Solana wallet. There are three options to choose from:
   1. If you're using the Solflare wallet, the recommended path is m/44’/501’/\*. It's the most compatible option for Solflare.
   2. If you're using Sollet or MathWallet, you should select m/44’/501’ as the derivation path. This path will generate your SOL addresses.
   3. For Phantom or Exodus wallets, the recommended derivation path is m/44’/501’/\*’/0’. Use this option to generate your SOL addresses.

Please note that the m/44’/501’ path can only derive one address. After selecting the appropriate path, your new SOL address will be generated, and you can start using it.<br>

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