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# Xverse Wallet - Bitcoin Wallet for Desktop & Extension

Xverse is a self-custodial Bitcoin wallet and onchain financial platform that lets users store, earn, borrow, trade, and spend Bitcoin without relying on traditional banks or intermediaries

**Key Features**

* **Full Self-Custody**: You control your private keys and seed phrase, and third parties cannot freeze or restrict your account
* **Bitcoin Layers & Ecosystem**: Supports Bitcoin L1, Lightning, Stacks, Starknet, and Spark, as well as Ordinals, Runes, and BRC-20 tokens.
* **Yield & Staking**: Allows users to earn native yields or stack STX for Bitcoin rewards
* **Hardware Wallet Integration**: Supports cold storage connections like Ledger and Keystone
* **Platforms**: Available as a mobile app on [**iOS App Store**](https://www.google.com/goto?url=CAESfwHrOzAVuC2eca9rFzP-VBugaeqNsu1F_tXCFnlTTMh8CqWHCnpdVHGYlvEy_kcKaOfwiMnxxMgQd3fVoRcqb1GVbN8QLC694QNOGX_MNvQLUiANKIiAECfpPyu2OXfxDb-jtumZFADkyRfhsd_XQBOsOfccTgovlNxIPS9_X1E) and [**Google Play Store**](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.secretkeylabs.xverse\&hl=en_US), as well as a browser extension.

**To set up your Xverse wallet, you need to download the official software, create a new wallet, and securely back up your 12-word seed phrase.** The entire process takes less than 5 minutes.

Here is the step-by-step guide to setting it up on a mobile device or a desktop browser.

**Step 1: Download the Official App**

Only download Xverse from official sources to avoid phishing scams:

* **For Mobile (iOS / Android):** Download the **Xverse App** from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
* **For Desktop (Chrome / Brave / Edge):** Download the **Xverse Chrome Extension** from the Chrome Web Store.

**Step 2: Create a New Wallet**

1. Open the Xverse app or browser extension.
2. Click **Create a New Wallet**.
3. Review and accept the Terms of Service.

**Step 3: Back Up Your Seed Phrase (Most Critical Step)**

Your 12-word seed phrase is the **only master key** to your funds. If you lose it, or if your device breaks, you will lose your assets forever.

1. Click **Back Up Now** when prompted.
2. Write down the 12 words **exactly as they appear** and in the correct numerical order.
3. **Security Tip:** Write them on physical paper. Never take a screenshot, save it in your notes app, or email it to yourself.
4. Verify your phrase by selecting the words in the correct order on the next confirmation screen.

**Step 4: Secure Your Wallet**

* **Biometrics / PIN (Mobile):** Set up FaceID, TouchID, or a secure 6-digit PIN to lock the app on your phone.
* **Password (Extension):** Create a strong, unique password to unlock the extension on your computer.

**Step 5: Locate Your Addresses**

Once the setup is complete, you will see your dashboard. Clicking **Receive** will reveal your distinct addresses for different Bitcoin assets:

* **Bitcoin (BTC):** For standard Bitcoin transactions.
* **Ordinals & Runes:** For digital collectibles and tokens.
* **Stacks (STX):** For Stacks-based tokens and smart contracts.


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