Bitcoin Core Walletdat Upd -

Once encrypted, any action involving private keys (like sending Bitcoin) requires unlocking. You must use the RPC command walletpassphrase followed by the timeout period in seconds, e.g., bitcoin-cli walletpassphrase "passphrase" 120 (unlocks for 2 minutes). The GUI will automatically prompt you for the passphrase when attempting to send.

If you perform this update incorrectly, you risk losing funds. If you ignore it, your node may fail to sync. This 3,000+ word guide will walk you through every technical detail, backup strategy, and command line argument required for a successful . bitcoin core walletdat upd