How to set up a Wallet
Step-by-step guide on how to create a wallet
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Step-by-step guide on how to create a wallet
Last updated
Since the Mars Protocol is a Cosmos-based app, users need a Cosmos-compatible wallet. In this guide, we’ll focus on creating a new wallet from scratch.
Some supported options include:
(former XDEFI)
(via the Leap Cosmos Snap integration)
Open the Extension Store
In Chrome or Brave, go to the (or Brave Extension Store) and search for your chosen wallet (e.g., “Keplr Wallet”).
In Edge, enable Allow extensions from other stores in Settings, then visit the Chrome Web Store page for your wallet.
Add to Browser
Click “Add to Chrome” (or equivalent) and confirm any prompts.
Verify Installation
You should see the wallet’s icon in your browser’s extensions area.
Launch the Extension
Click the puzzle-piece (🧩) icon in your toolbar, then select your wallet.
Choose a Setup Option
Create a new wallet (via Recovery Phrase or Google account)
Import an existing wallet (via Recovery Phrase, Private Key, or Google account)
Connect a hardware wallet (Ledger or Keystone)
Select “Create New Wallet”
Choose Create new wallet, then Create new recovery phrase to generate a brand-new Secret Recovery Phrase.
Reveal the Phrase
Click Show my phrase to display your 12 (or 24) secret words.
Store It Securely
Write down every word in order on paper or another secure offline medium.
Do NOT share this phrase—anyone with it can access your funds.
Confirm the Phrase
Click Next, then re-enter or re-select the words in the correct order to verify your backup.
Your new Cosmos-compatible wallet is ready. Now proceed to our guide:
