The Migration Guide

We recommend Trust Wallet if you don't already have MetaMask or the Base app — it's the simplest option to set up from scratch and works well with QOIN on Base.

Trust Wallet

Creating a Trust Wallet

Setting up a new wallet in your browser — 4 steps

Before you start

  • Trust Wallet is self-custody — only you hold the keys, and Trust Wallet cannot recover your wallet for you if you lose access.
  • Your Secret Phrase (12 words) is the master key. Never share it, screenshot it, or store it in cloud notes.
  • Only download Trust Wallet from trustwallet.com or your browser's official extension store (e.g. the Chrome Web Store).
1

Open Trust Wallet and choose "Create new wallet"

Tick the box to agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, then select "Create new wallet." (If you already have a wallet from the mobile app, choose "I already have a wallet" instead and either enter your Secret Phrase or scan a QR code to sync.)

Trust Wallet welcome screen
2

Choose how you want to secure your wallet

Select how you want to unlock Trust Wallet on this device: fingerprint recognition (Touch ID), if your device and browser support it, or a password. Fingerprint is marked "Recommended," but a password works everywhere and is required as a fallback either way.

Trust Wallet security options
3

Back up your Secret Phrase

Trust Wallet generates your unique 12-word Secret Phrase. Write the words down, in order, on paper and store them somewhere private and safe — not a screenshot, cloud drive, email, or note app. Select "Got it" and "Proceed," then confirm the phrase by selecting the words back in the correct order.

If you skip this for now, Trust Wallet will keep reminding you with a "Backup your Secret Phrase now" banner — don't ignore it for long, since it's the only way to recover your wallet.

4

Your wallet is ready

Once secured, you'll land on the main wallet screen, showing your balance and the Send / Swap / Fund options, plus your assets under the Crypto tab.

Trust Wallet ready screen
StepAction
1Agree to the terms, tap "Create new wallet"
2Choose Fingerprint (Touch ID) or Password to secure the wallet
3Back up your 12-word Secret Phrase, then confirm it in order
4Land on your wallet home screen, ready to use

Security reminders

  • Trust Wallet support will never ask for your Secret Phrase — anyone who does is a scammer.
  • Store your Secret Phrase offline (e.g. written on paper) in more than one secure physical location.
  • Fingerprint/password unlock only works on this device; your Secret Phrase is what lets you restore your wallet anywhere.
  • If you lose your Secret Phrase with no backup, funds cannot be recovered by Trust Wallet or anyone else.

Gas fees: creating a wallet is free. Once set up, you'll pay gas fees (paid in the network's native token, e.g. ETH or BNB) for transactions like sending, swapping, or approving tokens — paid to the network, not Trust Wallet, and non-refundable once submitted.

Funding Your Wallet for Gas Fees

Buying ETH on Base to cover transaction fees — 4 steps

⚠ Always choose ETH on the Base network

QOIN lives on the Base network, and gas fees on Base are paid in ETH — but specifically Base ETH, not Ethereum mainnet ETH or ETH on another chain.

Trust Wallet's crypto selector shows several versions of ETH for different networks. When buying, always confirm the entry you pick shows "ETH" with "Base" underneath it, not just "ETH" on its own.

If you buy ETH on the wrong network, it won't be usable to pay gas for QOIN transactions on Base, and moving it between networks afterwards is a separate, extra step (a bridge transaction) that itself costs gas.

1

Open Trust Wallet and tap Buy with Cards

From your wallet's Home screen, tap "Buy with Cards" (or the Buy tab, depending on where you are in the app).

Trust Wallet Home screen, Buy with Cards
2

Confirm the crypto selector shows ETH on Base

Before entering an amount, tap the crypto selector (top right) and check the "Select crypto" list. Make sure the entry you choose reads "ETH" with "Base" underneath it — not plain Ethereum or ETH on another network. Use "More crypto" to search for it specifically if needed.

Select crypto sheet confirming ETH on Base
3

Enter an amount and choose how to pay

Enter how much you want to spend, then tap "Pay with Card" to choose or confirm your payment method. You only need a small amount — enough to cover a handful of gas fees, not a large holding.

4

Review and complete the purchase

Follow the remaining on-screen prompts to review the exchange rate and any fees, then confirm the purchase with your card. Once complete, the ETH appears in your Trust Wallet balance on the Base network, ready to cover gas for your next QOIN transaction.

StepAction
1From Home, tap "Buy with Cards"
2Confirm the crypto selected is "ETH / Base"
3Enter an amount, choose your payment method
4Review and complete the purchase

Security reminders

  • Only buy crypto through Trust Wallet's built-in Buy feature or another source you trust — never send card details or funds to an address someone contacts you with directly.
  • A small amount of ETH goes a long way for gas — you don't need to buy more than a few dollars' worth to cover several transactions.
  • Trust Wallet support will never ask for your Secret Phrase, password, or card details to "help" you complete a purchase.

Gas fees: paid in ETH on the Base network and go to the network itself, not to Trust Wallet — non-refundable once submitted. If a transaction fails from insufficient ETH, the amount you were sending isn't lost, but you'll need to top up ETH before trying again. Card purchases usually include a processing fee on top of the crypto price.

Adding QOIN in Trust Wallet

Turn on QOIN from Manage crypto — 4 quick steps (plus 3 extra if needed)

Before you start

  • Trust Wallet doesn't show every token by default. Switching QOIN on just makes it visible on your Home screen — it doesn't buy, send, or move any funds.
  • Only use a contract address you trust. Anyone can create a token with any name, including fake copies of real tokens.
  • QOIN runs on the Base network. The part of each screenshot you need to tap is marked with a red box.

QOIN token details (Base network)

NetworkBase
Contract address0x7ba2aCCC20861F7B0E58C0a97d1Ad94Cc29b3049
1

Scroll to the bottom and tap "Customize"

Open Trust Wallet, scroll all the way to the bottom of the Home screen, and tap Customize.

Customize button at the bottom of the Trust Wallet Home screen
2

Tap "Manage crypto"

In the menu that slides up, tap Manage crypto — it's about third from the bottom.

Manage crypto option in the Customize menu
3

Paste the QOIN contract address into the search bar

Copy the contract address from the box above and paste it into the search bar. QOIN (Base) will appear in the results.

QOIN contract address pasted into the Manage crypto search bar
4

Switch QOIN on

Slide the toggle next to QOIN to on (it turns blue). That's it — QOIN now shows on your Home screen.

QOIN toggle switched on in Manage crypto

If nothing appears when you search in step 3, tap Didn't see your crypto? Import under the search bar, then follow these steps.

5

Open the Network dropdown

On the Import Crypto screen (Token tab), tap the Network dropdown.

Network dropdown on the Import Crypto screen
6

Select "Base"

Scroll the list (or search) and tap Base.

Base selected in the network list
7

Paste the contract address and tap "Import"

Tap Paste in the Address field to add 0x7ba2aCCC20861F7B0E58C0a97d1Ad94Cc29b3049. The rest fills in automatically — check it shows Name Qoin, Symbol QOIN and Decimals 18, then tap Import.

QOIN contract address entered on the Import Crypto screen
StepAction
1Scroll to the bottom of Home and tap Customize
2Tap Manage crypto
3Paste the QOIN contract address into the search bar
4Switch the QOIN toggle on — done
5If QOIN doesn't appear: tap "Didn't see your crypto? Import", then the Network dropdown
6Select Base
7Paste the contract address, check it says QOIN, tap Import

Security reminders

  • Always double-check a contract address character-by-character before adding a token — scam tokens often use addresses or names designed to look like a legitimate project.
  • Switching a token on is display-only. Sending, swapping, or receiving are separate actions that move funds — treat those with more caution, especially for a token you haven't used before.
  • Trust Wallet support will never ask for your Secret Phrase or password to "help" you add or verify a token.

Receiving QOIN in Trust Wallet

Get your Base address safely — 4 steps

⚠ Always double-check the network is set to Base

QOIN is a token on the Base network. Trust Wallet's Receive screen shows a different address for each network, so if the network selector isn't set to "Base" when you copy or share your address, QOIN sent to it may not arrive.

Trust Wallet itself warns: "Only send Base assets to this address. Other assets will be lost forever." Sending QOIN to an address generated for the wrong network is not reversible.

Before copying, sharing, or showing your QR code to someone sending you QOIN, glance at the network pill just above the QR code and confirm it reads "Base."

QOIN token details

NetworkBase
Contract address0x7ba2aCCC20861F7B0E58C0a97d1Ad94Cc29b3049
1

Open Trust Wallet and tap Receive

From your wallet's Home screen, tap "Receive crypto" (or the Receive action, depending on where you are in the app).

Trust Wallet Home screen, Receive crypto
2

Make sure the network is set to Base

On the Receive screen, check the network pill just below the "Receive" title. If it doesn't already say "Base," tap it and select Base from the list. QOIN only exists on Base, so this matters every time — don't assume it's still set the way you left it.

3

Copy or share your Base address

Once the network reads "Base," you'll see your QR code and address underneath. Use "Copy" to copy it to your clipboard, "Share" to send it to someone else, or let them scan the QR code directly.

Base network selected, address and QR code ready
4

Give this address only for Base assets

Only use this address for QOIN or other assets on the Base network. As Trust Wallet warns on this screen, sending an asset from a different network to this address results in permanent loss of funds.

StepAction
1From Home, tap "Receive crypto"
2Confirm (or switch) the network selector to "Base"
3Copy the address, share it, or show the QR code
4Only use this address for QOIN / other Base assets

Security reminders

  • Double-check the network selector every time — it's easy to leave it on whatever network you last used.
  • Sending the wrong asset/network combination to an address is not something Trust Wallet or anyone else can reverse.
  • Trust Wallet support will never ask for your Secret Phrase or password to "help" you receive funds.
  • If you're sending yourself QOIN from another wallet or exchange, copy the address fresh each time rather than reusing one from memory or an old message.

Sending QOIN from Opteq to Trust Wallet

Move your balance across, test amount first — 5 steps

⚠ Transfers are final — read this before you send

Crypto transfers cannot be reversed or cancelled once confirmed. If you send to the wrong address, or on the wrong network, there is no way for Opteq, Trust Wallet, or anyone else to get those funds back.

Always double-check that Trust Wallet's network selector is set to Base before you copy your receiving address — QOIN only exists on Base, and an address copied on the wrong network will not work correctly.

Always copy your Trust Wallet address fresh, right before you use it. Don't rely on an address you saved from memory or an old message.

We recommend sending a small test amount first, confirming it arrives safely in Trust Wallet, and only then sending the rest of your balance.

Before you start

  • You're logged in to your Opteq wallet, with a QOIN balance to send
  • You have a Trust Wallet set up — see "Creating a Trust Wallet" above if you don't have one yet
  • QOIN has been added in Trust Wallet so you can see your balance there — see "Adding QOIN in Trust Wallet" above
1

Open Opteq and confirm you're logged in

Open your Opteq wallet and confirm you're logged in to the wallet holding your QOIN balance. You should see your balance and QOIN amount on the dashboard.

Opteq wallet dashboard showing QOIN balance
2

In Trust Wallet, confirm Base is selected and copy your address

Open Trust Wallet and tap "Receive." Check the network selector just below the "Receive" title — if it doesn't already say "Base," tap it and choose Base. Once it's set correctly, tap "Copy" to copy your address.

Confirming Base network and copying address in Trust Wallet
3

In Opteq, paste the address and send a small test amount first

Switch back to Opteq and select "Send." Paste the Trust Wallet address into "Wallet Address," toggle the amount to QOIN, and enter a small test amount — not your full balance. Double-check the pasted address matches character-for-character, then tap "Send."

Sending a small amount first costs a little extra in gas, but it confirms the address and network are correct before you commit your full balance to an irreversible transfer.

4

Confirm the test amount arrived in Trust Wallet

Wait for the transaction to confirm on-chain, then check the QOIN token page in Trust Wallet. Your balance should reflect the test amount you sent.

QOIN balance in Trust Wallet confirming test transfer
5

Send the rest of your balance

Once you've confirmed the test amount arrived safely, go back to Opteq and repeat Step 3 with the same address to send the remainder of your QOIN — or tap "USE MAX" to send everything that's left.

StepAction
1Open Opteq, confirm you're logged in
2In Trust Wallet, confirm Base is selected, copy your address
3In Opteq, paste the address, send a small test amount
4Confirm the test amount arrived in Trust Wallet
5Send the rest of your QOIN balance

Security reminders

  • Always double-check the destination address before sending — an incorrect address cannot be recovered.
  • Opteq or Trust Wallet support will never ask you for your password, Secret Phrase, or passkey to "help" with a transfer.
  • Only approve a transaction if you initiated it yourself and the amount and address on screen match what you intended to send.

Gas fees: sending QOIN from Opteq to Trust Wallet is an on-chain transaction and requires a gas fee, separate from the amount transferred. Gas fees go to the network, not to Opteq or Trust Wallet, and can't be refunded once submitted. Sending a small test amount first means paying gas twice, but it's cheap insurance against sending your full balance to the wrong place.

MetaMask

Sending QOIN from Opteq to MetaMask

Move your balance across in about a minute — 7 steps

Before you start

  • Be logged in to both your Opteq wallet and your MetaMask wallet in your browser.
  • Double-check the wallet address before sending — transfers can't be reversed once confirmed.
  • You'll approve the transaction with your passkey or device signer (Face ID, Touch ID, Windows Hello, or device PIN).
  • This sends your full available QOIN balance — enter a specific amount instead of "USE MAX" if you only want to send part of it.
  • You're responsible for your own gas (network) fees.

What you'll need

  • An active Opteq wallet, logged in, with a QOIN balance to send
  • A MetaMask wallet, installed and logged in — see "How to Create a MetaMask Wallet" below if you don't have one
  • Your passkey or device signer set up and ready to approve the transaction
1

Log in to MetaMask and open your account

Open MetaMask in your browser and make sure you're logged in to the account you want to receive the funds. Your account address shows at the top, just under the account name.

MetaMask logged in, showing account address
2

Copy your MetaMask wallet address

Click your account address at the top of the MetaMask window — you'll see a brief "Ethereum address copied" confirmation.

Copying MetaMask address

Tip: MetaMask supports multiple networks. Make sure you copy the address for the correct one — typically Ethereum for an EVM-based transfer.

3

Switch to Opteq and open the Send screen

Log in to your Opteq wallet in another browser tab, then select "Send" on your wallet dashboard.

Opteq wallet Send screen
4

Paste your MetaMask address into the Wallet Address field

Click into "Wallet Address" and paste the address from Step 2 (Ctrl+V / Cmd+V, or the paste icon next to the field).

Pasting MetaMask address into Opteq
5

Select QOIN and choose the amount to send

Toggle from $ (AUD) to QOIN, then tap "USE MAX" to send your full balance — or enter a smaller custom amount.

Selecting QOIN amount to send
6

Tap Send and approve with your passkey or device signer

Opteq shows "Awaiting approval..." — complete the prompt with your passkey or device signer to confirm the transfer.

Opteq awaiting approval
7

Confirm the transfer was successful

A "Success — Funds Transferred" confirmation appears. Your Opteq balance updates, and QOIN arrives in MetaMask shortly after (network confirmation times vary).

Successful transfer confirmation
StepAction
1Log in to MetaMask
2Click your account address to copy it
3Log in to Opteq and open "Send"
4Paste your MetaMask address into Wallet Address
5Toggle to QOIN, tap "USE MAX"
6Tap "Send," approve with passkey / device signer
7Confirm "Success — Funds transferred"

Security reminders

  • Always double-check the destination address — an incorrect address cannot be recovered.
  • Opteq or MetaMask support will never ask you for your passkey, password, or Secret Recovery Phrase.
  • Only approve a transaction you initiated yourself, with an amount and address that match what you intended.
  • Keep the device you use for your passkey or device signer secure.

Gas fees: sending QOIN is an on-chain transaction and requires a gas (network) fee, separate from the amount transferred. You're responsible for your own gas fees — make sure the sending wallet holds enough of the network's native token to cover it.

Adding the QOIN Token in MetaMask

For when QOIN doesn't show up automatically — 5 steps

Before you start

  • MetaMask doesn't automatically list every token — if QOIN isn't showing, add it manually using its contract address.
  • Only add a token using a contract address you trust — anyone can create a fake token with the same name.
  • These steps add QOIN on the Base network — make sure you're on the right network first.
  • Adding a token is free; sending or swapping it later requires a gas fee.

QOIN token details (Base network)

NetworkBase
Contract address0x7ba2aCCC20861F7B0E58C0a97d1Ad94Cc29b3049
Token symbolQOIN
Token decimal18
1

Open the token options menu

Open MetaMask, confirm you're on the Base network, click the three-dot menu above your token list, then select "Manage tokens."

MetaMask manage tokens menu
2

Select "Add a custom token"

Scroll to the bottom of "Manage tokens" and select "Add a custom token" — QOIN won't be in the default list.

Add a custom token option
3

Enter the QOIN contract address

Confirm the network is set to Base, then paste the contract address above into "Token contract address." MetaMask auto-fills the symbol and decimals — select "Add token."

Entering QOIN contract address
4

Confirm QOIN was added

MetaMask shows "'QOIN' was successfully added!" and QOIN appears in your token list with your current balance.

QOIN added confirmation
5

View QOIN in your wallet

Back on your main wallet screen, QOIN now appears under "Tokens" alongside your other assets.

QOIN visible in wallet token list
StepAction
1Three-dot menu above token list → "Manage tokens"
2Select "Add a custom token"
3Set network to Base, paste the QOIN contract address
4Confirm symbol (QOIN) and decimal (18), tap "Add token"
5Check QOIN appears under Tokens with your balance

Security reminders

  • Always verify a token's contract address from an official or trusted source before adding it.
  • Adding a token doesn't give it special access to your wallet — it only displays your balance.
  • If a balance or price looks wrong, double-check you used the correct address for the correct network.

Gas fees: adding QOIN is free, but any transaction with it afterward requires a gas fee, paid in the network's native token. Gas fees go to the network, not MetaMask, and can't be refunded once submitted.

Creating a MetaMask Wallet

New wallet or importing an existing one — 5 steps either way

Before you start

  • MetaMask is self-custody — only you hold the keys, and MetaMask cannot recover your wallet for you.
  • Your Secret Recovery Phrase (SRP) is the master key. Never share it, screenshot it, or store it in cloud notes.
  • Only download MetaMask from metamask.io or your device's official app store.
1

Open MetaMask and choose "Create a new wallet"

On the welcome screen, select "Create a new wallet."

MetaMask welcome screen
2

Choose how you want to secure your wallet

Select "Use Secret Recovery Phrase" (versus linking a social account with a password).

Wallet security options
3

Create a password

At least 8 characters — this only unlocks MetaMask on this device, it doesn't restore your wallet elsewhere.

Create password screen
4

Save your Secret Recovery Phrase

Write the 12 words down on paper, in order, somewhere private and safe. Re-enter them to confirm, then continue.

Save Secret Recovery Phrase screen
5

Your wallet is ready

Once confirmed, your new wallet is created and you'll land on the main wallet screen.

New wallet ready screen
1

Open MetaMask and choose "I have an existing wallet"

On the welcome screen, select the second option.

Existing wallet option
2

Choose "Import using Secret Recovery Phrase"

You'll see sign-in options for Google, Apple, or Telegram, plus the option to import directly with your SRP.

Import using Secret Recovery Phrase
3

Enter your existing Secret Recovery Phrase

Type the 12 (or 24) words in exact order. A single wrong word imports a different — or empty — wallet.

4

Create a password for this device

As with a new wallet, this password only unlocks MetaMask on this browser/device.

Create password for import
5

Your existing wallet is restored

MetaMask restores your accounts, and you'll land on your wallet screen with your existing balances visible.

Wallet restored screen
SituationWelcome screenNext screen
Never used MetaMask beforeCreate a new walletUse Secret Recovery Phrase (or social login)
Already have a wallet / SRPI have an existing walletImport using Secret Recovery Phrase (or matching social login)

Security reminders

  • MetaMask support will never ask for your Secret Recovery Phrase.
  • Store your SRP offline, in more than one secure physical location.
  • Your password only works on the device it was set on; your SRP restores your wallet anywhere.
  • If you lose your SRP with no backup, funds cannot be recovered by anyone.

Gas fees: creating or importing a wallet is free. Once set up, you'll pay gas fees (in the network's native token) for transactions like sending, swapping, or approving tokens.

Base App

Sending QOIN from Opteq to the Base App

Move your balance into Base app — 5 steps

Before you start

  • Be logged in to both your Opteq wallet and your Base app wallet.
  • Double-check the wallet address before sending — transfers can't be reversed once confirmed.
  • Make sure the toggle in Opteq is set to QOIN (not $ AUD) before entering the amount, or use "USE MAX" to send your full balance.
  • You're responsible for your own gas (network) fees — make sure your wallet holds enough of the network's native token to cover the fee.

What you'll need

  • An active Opteq wallet, logged in, with a QOIN balance to send
  • The Base app, installed and logged in
  • The QOIN token contract address, so you can look it up afterwards: 0x7ba2aCCC20861F7B0E58C0a97d1Ad94Cc29b3049
1

Open Opteq and make sure you're logged in

Open your Opteq wallet and confirm you're logged in to the wallet holding your QOIN balance. You should see your balance and QOIN amount on the dashboard.

Opteq wallet dashboard showing QOIN balance
2

Open the Base app and make sure you're logged in

Open the Base app and confirm you're on the Home screen of the wallet you want to receive the QOIN into.

Base app Home screen
3

Tap Receive and copy your wallet address

From the Home screen, tap "Receive." This shows your wallet address as text and as a QR code. Tap "Copy Wallet Address" to copy it.

Copying wallet address in Base app

This address supports assets on Ethereum, Base, Polygon, and other EVM networks, so it works for receiving QOIN.

4

In Opteq, paste the address, enter the QOIN amount, and send

Switch back to Opteq and paste the address into "Wallet Address." Make sure the toggle is set to QOIN (not $ AUD), enter the amount — or tap "USE MAX" — and tap "Send."

Pasting Base app address into Opteq and sending
5

In the Base app, search the QOIN contract address to see your balance

Back in the Base app, tap the search bar and paste in the QOIN contract address to look up the token. Opening it shows your updated balance, confirming the transfer arrived.

QOIN balance confirmed in Base app
StepAction
1Open Opteq, confirm you're logged in
2Open the Base app, confirm you're logged in
3Tap Receive in the Base app, copy your wallet address
4In Opteq, paste the address, set amount/QOIN toggle, tap Send
5In the Base app, search the QOIN contract address to confirm your balance

Security reminders

  • Always double-check the destination address before sending — an incorrect address cannot be recovered.
  • Opteq or Base app support will never ask you for your passkey, password, or recovery phrase to "help" with a transfer.
  • Only approve a transaction if you initiated it yourself and the amount and address on screen match what you intended.

Gas fees: sending QOIN from Opteq to the Base app is an on-chain transaction and requires a gas fee, separate from the amount transferred. Gas fees go to the network, not Opteq or Base app, and can't be refunded once submitted.

Adding QOIN to Your Watchlist in the Base App

Track QOIN's price without sending or buying — 4 steps

⚠ Important: Base app flags QOIN as a scam token

When you look up QOIN in Base app, you'll see a red warning banner: "Flagged as a scam — You may lose your funds." This comes from Base app's own automated token screening, not from a third party.

Base app shows this flag for tokens that match patterns commonly associated with scam or fraudulent tokens (copycat names, contracts that block selling, no verified project). It doesn't necessarily mean the token is fraudulent — it means Base app's systems couldn't verify it as safe.

Adding a flagged token to your watchlist only makes it easier to view its price — it does not buy, send, or approve anything. Watchlisting is low-risk, but don't tap "Buy" or send funds to this contract unless you've independently verified the token.

QOIN token details (Base network)

NetworkBase
Contract address0x7ba2aCCC20861F7B0E58C0a97d1Ad94Cc29b3049
1

Open the Base app and tap the search bar

From your wallet's Home screen, tap the "Search Assets or URL" bar near the top.

Search Assets or URL bar in Base app
2

Paste the QOIN contract address

This opens the Discover / search screen. Paste the QOIN contract address into the search field and Base app looks up the matching token.

Pasting QOIN contract address into search
3

Open the QOIN token page

Selecting the matching result opens the QOIN token page with its price chart and details — including Base app's scam warning banner. Read the callout above before going further.

QOIN token page showing scam flag warning
4

Tap the star icon to add QOIN to your watchlist

Tap the star icon in the top-right corner of the token page. It fills in and turns orange to confirm QOIN has been added to your watchlist.

Star icon confirming QOIN added to watchlist
StepAction
1From Home, tap "Search Assets or URL"
2Paste the QOIN contract address
3Open the QOIN token page from the search result
4Tap the star icon (top right) to add it to your watchlist

Security reminders

  • Always double-check a contract address character-by-character before searching for or interacting with a token — scam tokens often use addresses or names designed to look legitimate.
  • Watchlisting is a passive, read-only action. Buying, sending, swapping, or approving are separate actions that move funds — treat those with far more caution for a flagged token.
  • Base app support will never ask for your recovery phrase or password to "help" you add or verify a token.

Setting Up the Base App

Setting up a brand-new wallet — 4 steps

Before you start

  • The Base app is self-custody — only you hold the keys, and it cannot recover your wallet for you.
  • Your recovery phrase (12 words) is the master key. Never share it, screenshot it, or store it in cloud notes.
  • Only download the Base app from base.org/wallet or your device's official app store.
1

Open the Base app and choose "Create new wallet"

On the welcome screen, select "Create new wallet."

Base app welcome screen
2

Back up and verify your recovery phrase

The Base app generates your unique 12-word recovery phrase. Write the words down in order, or save them to a password manager, and store them somewhere private and safe. Tick the acknowledgement box and select "Continue" — you'll then re-enter a few words to confirm you saved it correctly.

Backing up recovery phrase screen
3

Create a password

Set a password to unlock the Base app on this device — at least 8 characters with at least 1 number. Confirm it, agree to the terms and privacy policy, and select "Submit."

Create password screen
4

Your wallet is ready

Once submitted, your new Base app wallet is created and you'll land on the main wallet screen with the Buy / Swap / Send / Receive options.

New Base app ready screen
StepBase appMetaMask
Order of setupRecovery phrase first, then passwordPassword first, then recovery phrase
Verifying your phraseRe-enter a few words after backing it upRe-enter words after setting your password

Security reminders

  • Base app support will never ask for your recovery phrase — anyone who does is a scammer.
  • Store your recovery phrase offline, in more than one secure location.
  • Your password only unlocks Base app on this device; your recovery phrase is what lets you restore your wallet anywhere.
  • If you lose your recovery phrase with no backup, funds cannot be recovered by Base app or anyone else.

Gas fees: creating a wallet is free. Once set up, you'll pay gas fees (in the network's native token, e.g. ETH) for transactions like sending, swapping, or approving tokens — paid to the network, not Base app, and non-refundable once submitted.