How to create a new Trust Wallet account? (Step-by-step)

Downloading the Trust Wallet Application

1. Open the official Apple App Store or Google Play Store on your mobile device.2. Search for “Trust Wallet” using the store’s search bar.3. Verify the developer is “Trust Wallet” and the app icon matches the official branding.4. Tap “Install” or “Get” to begin downloading the application.5. Wait for the installation to complete before launching the app.

Initializing a New Wallet

1. Launch Trust Wallet after installation completes.2. Tap “Create a new wallet” on the welcome screen.3. Read and accept the terms of service and privacy policy.4. Choose a strong, memorable password that includes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.5. Confirm the password by re-entering it in the designated field.

Securing Your Recovery Phrase

1. After setting the password, Trust Wallet generates a 12-word recovery phrase.2. Tap “I understand” to proceed to the phrase display screen.3. Carefully write down each word in exact order on physical paper — do not take screenshots or store digitally.4. Verify the written phrase by selecting words in correct sequence when prompted by the app.5. Store the written phrase in multiple secure, offline locations known only to you.

Accessing Your Wallet Dashboard

1. Once phrase verification passes, the app navigates to the main dashboard.2. The default wallet displays your Ethereum address, visible as a long hexadecimal string starting with “0x”.3. Tap the copy icon next to the address to save it securely for receiving tokens.4. Scroll down to view pre-loaded assets such as ETH, BNB, and USDT — all enabled by default.5. Tap “+” in the top-right corner to add custom tokens using contract addresses and decimals.

Enabling Biometric Authentication

1. Navigate to Settings via the gear icon in the bottom-right corner.2. Select “Security & Privacy” from the menu.3. Toggle on “Biometric Login” to enable fingerprint or face recognition.4. Confirm your biometric identity when prompted to activate the feature.5. Ensure device-level biometric settings are already configured and functional.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I recover my Trust Wallet if I lose my phone but still have the 12-word phrase?A: Yes. Install Trust Wallet on any compatible device, select “I already have a wallet”, then enter the 12-word recovery phrase exactly as written.

Q: Is it safe to share my wallet address with others?A: Yes. Your public wallet address is designed to be shared freely for receiving funds. Never disclose your 12-word recovery phrase or private key.

Q: What happens if I enter the recovery phrase incorrectly during setup?A: Trust Wallet will reject the incorrect sequence and prevent access. You must re-enter all 12 words in precise order — case-insensitive but position-sensitive.

Q: Does Trust Wallet support hardware wallet integration?A: No. Trust Wallet is a non-custodial software wallet and does not connect to or manage hardware wallets like Ledger or Trezor.