Single vs multi-address wallets in Yoroi

Yoroi supports two types of wallet structures: single-address and multi-address wallets. These terms refer to how wallet addresses are generated and used, particularly across Yoroi Mobile and Extension.

Single-Address Wallets

Single address mode uses one address for all transactions. This mode is ideal for most users and offers a more consistent experience across apps and platforms.

• Keeps your balance, staking, and governance in one place
• Makes syncing with DApps and third-party tools smoother
• Easier to track and manage your ADA
• Recommended for everyday use

Note: If you restore a single-address wallet on the Yoroi Extension, it will begin generating new addresses, similar to how multi-address wallets work.

Multi-Address Wallets

• Multi-address mode lets you manage up to 20 addresses generated from a single recovery phrase. Each new transaction can use a different address.
• Advanced feature – useful for users who need more control
• Use with caution: balances may be split across addresses, which can affect compatibility with some DApps that only support single-address wallets

Note: Multi-address wallets are the default for older Yoroi wallets and are still fully supported.

Single-address wallets are ideal for everyday use, providing a simple and consistent experience across the Cardano ecosystem. Multi-address wallets are better suited for users who need or understand their advanced features.

The Yoroi team is actively working to unify the user experience across both mobile and browser extension platforms.

Updated on: 14/08/2025