Create a new Phantom wallet

Phantom is non-custodial, meaning only you control your wallet. Phantom does not store your credentials or have access to your account.

There are two ways to create a wallet:

• Recovery phrase: You're given a 12-word Secret Recovery Phrase that gives you full control of your wallet. Write it down and store it securely offline. You can use it to restore your wallet on any device or import it into other crypto apps.
• Google or Apple account: You sign in with your Google or Apple account and set a four-digit PIN. You'll need access to your Google or Apple account and your PIN to restore your wallet. Your wallet still has a recovery phrase. You can export it as an additional backup method.

Whichever option you choose, keep your recovery phrase backed up and never share it with anyone.

Create a wallet with a recovery phrase

1. Download Phantom from phantom.com/download.
2. Select Create a new wallet → Create a seed phrase wallet.
3. View and back up your recovery phrase.

For detailed steps, see Create a wallet with a recovery phrase.

Create a wallet with Google or Apple

1. Download Phantom from phantom.com/download.
2. Select Create a new wallet → Continue with Email → Continue with Apple or Continue with Google.
3. Set a four-digit PIN.
4. After setup, go to Settings → Security & Privacy → Show Recovery Phrase and store it securely offline.

For detailed steps, see Create a wallet with Google or Apple.

Start fresh with a new wallet

If your recovery phrase or email account was compromised, create a new wallet and transfer your assets to it. For detailed steps, see Move assets when you need to start over with a new wallet.