MyEtherWallet (often abbreviated as MEW) is a free, open-source, client-side interface that allows you to interact directly with the Ethereum blockchain. Unlike a centralized exchange, it gives you full control over your keys and funds, serving as a bridge between you and the Ethereum network.
If you are reading this article, you are likely trying to access old funds and finding that the current interface does not support your old wallet files or access methods. In these specific recovery scenarios, it is often necessary to download an older version of the wallet software to successfully retrieve your assets.
Finding the correct repository
Fortunately, the binaries for MyEtherWallet are preserved and made available by the official team on GitHub. However, depending on the wallet version you need, you will have to look in one of two different repositories.
Versions 5.0.0 and newer
If the version you are looking for was released relatively recently (version 5.0.0 or higher), you can find the binaries at the following link: https://github.com/MyEtherWallet/MyEtherWallet
Versions 0.1.1 to 3.40.0
If you are trying to recover a very old wallet, you will likely need to access the repository containing the legacy versions. For versions ranging from 0.1.1 up to 3.40.0, you must visit this link: https://github.com/MyEtherWallet/etherwallet/