Why you may be asked to create a new username on a new phone

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This article explains why you may see a username prompt when setting up Phantom on a new phone.

Cause

Your profile may not migrate automatically depending on how the device was restored. When setting up a new phone using cloud backup or device-to-device transfer, Phantom may not preserve your profile information. The app then guides you through creating a new username, even if your previous wallet already had one.

What you can do

  1. Uninstall Phantom.
  2. Install it again from phantom.com/download.
  3. Restore your wallet or sign in again.
  4. If your original profile doesn't appear, contact Phantom Support. Let us know whether you used a cloud backup or a device-to-device migration.

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