Create a Phantom wallet with a recovery phrase, also called a Secret Recovery Phrase or seed phrase. Write it down and store it securely offline. Phantom doesn’t keep a copy, so you’re responsible for keeping it safe.

What you need #

• The Phantom app: download it for free on iOS, Android, or as a browser extension at phantom.com/download.
• Start from the welcome screen in the Phantom app or browser extension. If you’re already signed in, reset or reinstall Phantom before continuing.

Mobile app #

1. Open the Phantom mobile app. 
2. On the welcome screen, tap More Options > Create Recovery Phrase.
3. Write down your recovery phrase and store it securely offline.
4. Tap OK, I Saved It and confirm.
5. Create your Phantom username. Optionally, connect your X account to import your username.
6. Tap Continue.
7. Optionally, enter a Phantom referral code.
8. Optionally, choose top traders to follow.
9. Optionally, turn on device authentication, such as Face ID or fingerprint. This unlocks Phantom on your current device only and does not replace your Google or Apple account sign-in.

Browser extension #

1. Click the Phantom browser extension icon.
2. In the new tab, click Create a New Wallet > Create a Recovery Phrase Wallet. 
3. Create a password with at least eight characters, including at least one special character, one capital letter, and one number. This password unlocks Phantom in your current browser only and does not replace your recovery phrase.
4. Write down your recovery phrase and store it securely offline.
5. Click I saved my Recovery Phrase and confirm.
6. Create your Phantom username.
7. Click Continue, then Get Started.

FAQ #

Does Phantom use a 12-word or 24-word recovery phrase? #

Wallets created in Phantom use a 12-word recovery phrase. You can also import a 24-word recovery phrase from another app if it follows the BIP-39 standard.

Can Phantom restore my recovery phrase if I lose it? #

No. Phantom doesn’t store your recovery phrase and can’t recover it for you. If you’re still signed in on a device, see View your recovery phrase or private keys in Phantom to view it and back it up.

Can I change my recovery phrase? #

No. Your recovery phrase is generated when you create your wallet and can’t be changed or replaced.

How can I view my recovery phrase? #

See View your recovery phrase or private keys in Phantom.

Can I use my recovery phrase in another app? #

Yes. You can export your recovery phrase from Phantom and import it into another wallet app that supports the same recovery phrase standard.