If you're recovering a Phantom wallet on a new device, after reinstalling the app, or importing a wallet from another app, follow the steps in this guide.
Use the following table to find the right recovery method for your wallet type.
| Wallet type | What you need |
|---|---|
| Google or Apple login | The same Google or Apple account and four-digit PIN |
| Secret Recovery Phrase | Your 12- or 24-word recovery phrase |
| Private key | The private key for the specific account you want to import |
| Ledger | See Use a Ledger wallet with the Phantom browser extension or Use a Ledger wallet with the Phantom mobile app for instructions. |
Warning: Never share your Secret Recovery Phrase or private key with anyone. Anyone who has access to either has full control of your wallet. Phantom Support will never ask for your recovery phrase or private key.
Wallets created with a Google or Apple login
Sign in with the same Google or Apple account and your four-digit PIN.
Phantom restores only the first account automatically. If you had additional accounts, add them manually: go to your profile avatar in the upper left → Add Account → Create New Account → Create.
Browser extension
- Click the Phantom extension icon.
- Click I Already Have a Wallet → Connect Email Wallet.
- Click Apple or Google and sign in.
- Enter your four-digit PIN.
- Create a password to unlock Phantom on this device.
- Click Get Started.
Mobile app
- Open the Phantom mobile app.
- Tap I Already Have a Wallet → Continue with Email.
- Tap Continue with Apple or Continue with Google and sign in.
- Enter your four-digit PIN.
- Turn on device authentication such as Face ID, fingerprint, or passcode.
- Tap Get Started.
Recovery phrase wallets
Importing a Secret Recovery Phrase restores your entire wallet and all accounts with previous onchain activity across supported networks. Phantom supports 12- and 24-word recovery phrases.
Browser extension
- Click the Phantom extension icon.
- Click I Already Have a Wallet → Import Recovery Phrase.
- Enter your recovery phrase in the correct order.
- Click Import Wallet.
- Create a password to unlock Phantom on this device.
- Click Get Started.
Your wallet and all associated accounts appear in the extension.
Mobile app
- Open the Phantom mobile app.
- Tap I Already Have a Wallet → Other Import Options → Import Recovery Phrase.
- Enter your recovery phrase in the correct order.
- Tap Import Recovery Phrase.
- Turn on device authentication such as Face ID, fingerprint, or passcode.
- Tap Get Started.
Your wallet and all associated accounts appear in the app.
Private key wallets
Importing a private key restores one address on one supported network. Use this to import a specific address rather than an entire wallet.
Browser extension
- Click the Phantom extension icon.
- Click I Already Have a Wallet → Import Private Key.
- Enter a name for the account.
- Select the network.
- Paste your private key.
- Click Import.
Mobile app
- Open the Phantom mobile app.
- Tap I Already Have a Wallet → Other Import Options → Import Private Key.
- Enter a name for the account.
- Select the network.
- Paste your private key.
- Tap Import.
The imported account appears in your wallet.
Use the same wallet on mobile and desktop
You can use your wallet on both the mobile app and browser extension at the same time. Setting up Phantom on one device doesn't affect access on another. Restore your wallet on each device using the same method you used to create it.
Common issues
See Fix wallet access issues in Phantom for troubleshooting help.
FAQ
Where can I find my recovery phrase or private key?
For instructions, see View your recovery phrase or private keys in Phantom.
Can I restore my wallet without a recovery phrase?
It depends on how your wallet was created. If you used a recovery phrase, you need that phrase to restore access — without it, the wallet cannot be recovered. If you used a Google or Apple login, you can restore using the same account and your four-digit PIN. No recovery phrase needed.
Can I log in with an email and password?
No. Phantom does not support email and password login. You can access your wallet with a recovery phrase, or a Google or Apple login plus your four-digit PIN.