Create A Wallet
To start using Unwanted, the first thing you'll need is to set up a wallet that supports the network you are currently on. Wallets are available both on desktop computers and on smartphone devices. You'll need to choose the wallet that fits your needs best.
✅ Download and install only the latest version from an official source.
✅ Follow the setup guide carefully.
✅ Safely back up your recovery phrases.
❌ NEVER share your recovery phrases with anyone, under any circumstances.
❌ NEVER input your recovery phrase to a website or app, other than your wallet app.
Smartphone/Mobile or Desktop wallet?
Mobile device wallets and desktop-based wallets have different strengths and weaknesses. Consider which fits your needs better to help decide which type of wallet to use.
| Feature | Mobile | Desktop |
|---|---|---|
Use Anywhere | ✅ | ➖ |
Easy To Use | ✅ | ➖ |
More Secure | ➖ | ✅ |
Accessibility Friendly | ➖ | ✅ |
Damage/loss/theft resistant | ➖ | ✅ |
Power/connection outage resistant | ➖ | ➖ |
Smartphone/Mobile wallets
Smartphone/Mobile wallets allow you to access your crypto almost anywhere. Wallets are available on both Android and iOS devices.
Which mobile wallet should I choose?
This comparison table gives an overview of the two most popular mobile wallets.
| Feature | MetaMask | TrustWallet |
|---|---|---|
Supports Major Networks (ETH, BNB, MATIC, etc) | ⚠️ | ✅ |
Built-in DApp browser | ➖ | ✅ Android ⚠️ iOS |
Hardware wallet compatible | ✅ | ➖ |
Open source (auditability) | ✅ | ✅ |
Interact with Explorers | ✅ | ➖ |
⚠️ Requires some extra setup
You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.
MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports major networks.
Some networks may require extra setup.
Pros:
Open source for auditability
WEB3 capable on Blockchain explorers
A strong history of security and reliability
A large number of how-to guides and resources online
Many tools and custom settings
Offers ETH purchases with Transak
Supports a very large number of languages
Is also available a browser plugin for desktop devices
Cons:
Longer setup time than other options
Extra information and settings may confuse beginners
Desktop/Web Browser wallets
Desktop wallets are available on your home computer or laptop computer. Wallets on your computer can run as standalone applications, or as web browser plugins for popular browsers like Chrome and Firefox.
Which desktop wallet should I choose?
MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports major networks.
Some networks may require extra setup.
Pros:
Open source for auditability
WEB3 capable on Blockchain explorers
A strong history of security and reliability
A large number of how-to guides and resources online
Many tools and custom settings
Offers ETH purchases with Transak
Supports a very large number of languages
Is also available a browser plugin for desktop devices
Cons:
Longer setup time than other options
Extra information and settings may confuse beginners
NEVER, in any situation, should you ever give someone your private key or recovery phrase ("seed phrase"). This will give someone complete access to your crypto!
The genuine Unwanted site and staff will never ask you to input your seed phrase.**
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