how to move trust wallet to new phone

To move your Trust Wallet to a new phone, simply create a backup (private key or seed phrase), import the backup on the new phone, set up a new account, and verify your transactions.

Oct 31, 2024 at 10:35 pm

How to Move Trust Wallet to a New Phone

1. Back Up Your Existing Wallet:

• Open Trust Wallet on your old phone.
• Tap the three lines in the top left corner to open the menu.
• Go to Settings > Wallet Connect and tap "Export Private Key" (or "Export Seed Phrase").
• Write down or save your private key or seed phrase in a secure location.

2. Install Trust Wallet on Your New Phone:

• Download and install Trust Wallet from the official website or App Store/Play Store.

3. Import Your Backed Up Wallet:

Option 1: Import Private Key

• Open Trust Wallet on your new phone.
• Tap "Import Wallet" on the welcome screen.
• Select "Private Key" and paste your exported private key into the field.
• Tap "Import."

Option 2: Import Seed Phrase

• Tap "Import Wallet" on the welcome screen.
• Select "Recovery Phrase (12 words)" or "Recovery Phrase (24 words)."
• Enter your seed phrase in order and tap "Import."

4. Set Up New Account:

• Trust Wallet will generate a new wallet address for you.
• Make sure to back up your new private key or seed phrase.
• Set up a password or biometric security for your wallet.

5. Verify Your Transactions:

• Import your custom tokens or transfer funds to your new wallet address.
• Check your transaction history to ensure everything has been transferred successfully.

Additional Tips:

• Always keep your private key or seed phrase secret.
• Store it in a physical location (written down) or use a password manager.
• Avoid taking screenshots of your private key or seed phrase.
• Update your Trust Wallet app regularly to ensure security.