Introduction to the Self-hosted Vault
The Signchain Self-hosted Vault is designed to give you complete control over sensitive blockchain operations by running on your own infrastructure. This vault offers advanced security features, allowing organizations to securely manage keys, wallets, and transactions without relying on third-party custody.
Why Use a Self-hosted Vault?
By hosting your own vault, you ensure that:
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Private keys remain under your control
All cryptographic operations, including transaction signing, are processed internally, reducing the exposure of your private keys to external systems. -
Flexible configuration and security
You can configure environment variables, access controls, and encryption methods based on your organization’s requirements. -
Seamless integration with Signchain
The vault is compatible with all Signchain APIs, making it simple to incorporate secure blockchain functionality into your workflows and applications.
Core Functionalities
The Self-hosted Vault enables the following capabilities:
- Transaction Signing: Easily sign transactions with maximum security and control.
- Wallet Management: Create, update, and manage wallets within your vault environment.
- Access Control: Control who can interact with your vault and how, leveraging your organization’s existing security policies.
For a detailed walkthrough on setting up and running the vault, continue to the Installation & Setup guide.