You can create a new wallet in Phantom using a Secret Recovery Phrase, sometimes called a seed phrase.
During setup, Phantom shows your recovery phrase as a combination of 12 words. Write it down and store it somewhere secure and offline. You need this phrase to restore your wallet if you ever reinstall or reset Phantom. Phantom does not store your recovery phrase, and we won't be able to help you if you lose it.
Important: This option is available in the browser extension only. On mobile, create a wallet with a Google or Apple account instead, or create a wallet in the extension, then import the recovery phrase in the mobile app.
Before you start
Here's what you'll need:
- The Phantom app: download it as a browser extension at phantom.com/download.
- A private moment. You will be viewing your recovery phrase, so make sure no one can see your screen.
- Knowledge of the fundamentals. Spend a few moments to understand how your wallet is secured and how your funds are stored.
Browser extension
- Click the Phantom browser extension icon.
- In a new tab that opens, click Create a New Wallet, then Create a Recovery Phrase Wallet.
- Create a secure password. This password unlocks Phantom only in your current browser and does not replace your recovery phrase. Your password must be at least eight characters and can contain special characters and numbers.
- When presented with a recovery phrase, write it down and store it securely offline.
- Click I saved my Recovery Phrase and confirm.
- Create your unique Phantom username.
- Click Continue, then Get Started.
Your new wallet is ready to use. To use the same wallet in the Phantom mobile app, import your recovery phrase. See Import an existing wallet into Phantom.
Warning: Phantom does not store your Secret Recovery Phrase and cannot restore it if lost. Never share your recovery phrase with anyone, including Phantom Support.
FAQ
Can I create a recovery phrase wallet on mobile?
No. Creating a wallet with a Secret Recovery Phrase is only available in the browser extension. On mobile, you can create a wallet with a Google or Apple account, or create a recovery phrase wallet in the extension and then import the recovery phrase in the mobile app.
Does Phantom use a 12-word or 24-word recovery phrase?
Wallets created in Phantom use a 12-word recovery phrase. You can import a 24-word recovery phrase from another app as long as it follows the BIP-39 standard.
Can Phantom restore my recovery phrase if I lose it?
No. Phantom does not store your recovery phrase. If you lose it, there is no way to restore it.
Can I change my recovery phrase?
No. Recovery phrases are generated once when the wallet is created and cannot be changed.
How can I view my recovery phrase?
For instructions, see View your recovery phrase or private keys in Phantom.
Can I use my recovery phrase in another app?
Yes. Recovery phrases follow an open standard, so you can export your recovery phrase from Phantom and import it into another app that supports the same standard.
Can I get a new recovery phrase for an existing wallet?
No. Recovery phrases are generated once when the wallet is created and cannot be replaced or regenerated. If you've lost yours, the wallet cannot be restored.