What does a Bitcoin wallet descriptor contain that a seed phrase does not?

A descriptor captures the script/address construction rules and may include key origins, thresholds and derivation information. That context can be essential for restoring advanced wallets correctly.

The answer

A descriptor captures the script/address construction rules and may include key origins, thresholds and derivation information. That context can be essential for restoring advanced wallets correctly.

What to do next

Back up descriptors and wallet policies separately from sensitive signing secrets, especially for multisig.

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