how to restore trust wallet on new phone

Trust Wallet restoration on a new phone requires a backup via iCloud, Google Drive, Private Key, or Keystore, ensuring the recovery of funds and the seamless transition to the new device.

Oct 30, 2024 at 03:47 am

How to Restore Trust Wallet on a New Phone

Step 1: Back up Your Trust Wallet

• Open Trust Wallet on your old phone.
• Tap the "Settings" icon in the bottom right corner.
• Select "General."
• Scroll down and tap "Backup Wallet."

Step 2: Choose a Backup Method

• iCloud
• Google Drive
• Private Key
• Keystore

Step 3: Set up Trust Wallet on Your New Phone

• Download Trust Wallet on your new phone.
• Create a new wallet or import an existing wallet.

Step 4: Restore Your Wallet

• Tap on "Restore Wallet" during setup.
• Choose the backup method you used earlier.
• Enter the necessary information to restore your wallet.

Detailed Steps for Each Backup Method:

iCloud:

1. Tap "iCloud."
2. Enter your iCloud password when prompted.
3. Select the backed-up wallet you want to restore.

Google Drive:

1. Tap "Google Drive."
2. Sign in to your Google account when prompted.
3. Select the backed-up wallet you want to restore.

Private Key:

1. Tap "Private Key."
2. Enter the 12-word recovery phrase generated during setup.
3. Choose a new password for your wallet.

Keystore:

1. Tap "Keystore."
2. Locate and import the keystore file you previously exported from your old phone.
3. Enter the password you used to protect the keystore file.

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Additional Tips:

• Make sure to securely store your recovery phrase or keystore file in case you need to restore your wallet again.
• Keep your Trust Wallet updated to the latest version for security improvements.
• Consider using a hardware wallet for enhanced security and peace of mind.