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Getting Started with the IOTA Wallet

The IOTA Wallet offers an easy-to-use platform for managing your digital assets on the IOTA network.

  • Set up IOTA profiles and accounts:
    Create new addresses to handle coins, tokens, and NFTs.
  • Import private keys: Transfer assets seamlessly from other wallets using a 32 or 64-byte address.
  • Stake and earn IOTA: Secure the network through staking while earning rewards.
  • Transfer assets: Send coins and NFTs easily to another address with a user-friendly interface.
  • Monitor your assets: View your coins, tokens, and NFTs in one place for a complete overview.

Install IOTA Wallet​

Installing the IOTA Wallet​

  1. Open a Chromium-based browser and visit the IOTA Wallet page in the Chrome Web Store.
  2. Click the Add to Chrome button to install the wallet extension.
  3. Approve the permissions for the extension and confirm by selecting Add Extension.
  4. Once installed, you’ll see the IOTA Wallet icon in your browser, signaling that it's ready for use.
  5. To finalize the setup, proceed to create your new wallet.

Creating a New Wallet​

  1. Open IOTA Wallet, create a new profile by clicking Add Profile.

    Add Profile

  2. Choose Create a New Mnemonic Profile.

    Create Mnemonic Profile

  3. Enter your desired password.

    Create Password

  4. Carefully read and accept the Terms of Service, and click Create Wallet.

    Create Wallet

  5. Copy and securely save your recovery phrase (mnemonic). This phrase is crucial for recovering your wallet in the future.

  6. Confirm that you have saved your mnemonic phrase, and then access your newly created wallet by clicking Open Wallet.

    Open Wallet

Irrecoverable

Your mnemonic recovery phrase is essential for regaining access to your wallet if you forget your password or switch devices. If lost, access to your assets cannot be recovered.

Importing an Existing Wallet​

To use your IOTA Wallet on different devices or browsers, you can import it using your 24-word mnemonic recovery phrase:

  1. Open IOTA Wallet and select Add Profile

    Add Profile

  2. Click the Mnemonic button in the Import section.

    Import Mnemonic

  3. Enter your 24-word mnemonic recovery phrase and click Add Profile.

    Add Profile

  4. Enter your desired password.

    Create Password

  5. Carefully read and accept the Terms of Service, and click Create Wallet.

    Create Wallet

By following these steps, you can manage, stake, and transfer your digital assets on the IOTA network from any of your devices, ensuring a seamless experience.