How to Create a Monero Wallet Safely

Creating a Monero wallet is simple, but storing recovery data correctly is the critical part.

Step 1: Open your Monero wallet page

Use only the exact domain you trust. Bookmark it and avoid search-ad links for wallet access.

Step 2: Generate a new wallet

Choose create wallet and wait for the seed phrase. This seed is the master recovery secret.

Step 3: Back up seed words offline

Write the seed on paper or metal. Do not store it in cloud notes, email drafts, or screenshots.

Step 4: Confirm seed verification

Complete wallet verification flow to ensure the backup is accurate.

Step 5: Test recovery once

Before receiving large funds, test restoring the wallet from seed on a clean session.

Common mistakes

Typos in seed words, wrong word order, and relying on a single backup location.

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