To get started with the Coinbase Wallet mobile app, you can create a new self-custody wallet or import an existing wallet. To import an existing wallet, you’ll need the 12-word recovery phrase (also known as a seed phrase) from your current wallet provider.
The Coinbase Wallet mobile app is available in the App Store for iPhone or in the Google Play Store for Android.
Create a new wallet
To create a new wallet:
Download the mobile app.
Review and accept the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
Select Create new wallet.
Select Claim my username.
You also have the option to import your ENS name into Coinbase Wallet and use that as your username. If you want to claim the username later, select Maybe later.
Your new wallet will now be created.
Important: If you add funds to your wallet, you'll need to securely store your recovery phrase. You can view your recovery phrase from the Settings menu by selecting Security, then Back ups. You can write down your recovery phrase and keep it in a safe location or back it up to the cloud.
Back up your recovery phrase
To back up your recovery phrase in Coinbase Wallet:
Open the Coinbase Wallet mobile app.
From the Settings menu, select Security, then Backups.
Select Back up with iCloud/Google Drive or Back up manually.
iCloud/Google Drive: You’ll have to create a separate password for this. This will fully encrypt the backup, making it only accessible by you. Please keep your password secure. If you lose your password, you won't be able to access your funds.
Manually: Your recovery phrase will be displayed for you to write down or copy and paste. Store it in a secure location and ensure the phrase is exactly as presented; the spelling or order cannot be altered.
Import an existing wallet
Import another wallet provider like MetaMask, Trust Wallet, and more into your Coinbase Wallet. Most Ethereum-based wallets have a 12-word recovery phrase, which acts as the key to your wallet. Recovery phrases allow you to transfer your assets from one self-custody wallet provider to another.
When you import another wallet into Coinbase Wallet, your passwords for that specific wallet will not be imported over to Coinbase Wallet and is not recoverable by any wallet provider.
There is no impact on your existing wallet when you import it to Coinbase Wallet. You will be able to use your existing wallet and recovery phrase across multiple providers. Any transactions you make with one wallet provider will show up across all of your wallet providers.
Import an existing wallet with a recovery phrase
To import an existing wallet:
Download the mobile app, then tap I already have a wallet.
Tap Restore with Recovery Phrase then enter your wallet’s 12-word recovery phrase.
Set your username privacy preferences.
Choose your preferred security method: Biometrics or passcode. (We recommend biometric authentication.)
Once the above steps are complete, then you can use your Coinbase Wallet immediately.
Find your recovery phrase
Select a wallet provider below for steps on how to find your 12-word recovery phrase. Then follow the above steps outlined under Import an existing wallet to successfully import your wallet.
Open the MetaMask browser extension and select the three dots in the top right corner, or open the MetaMask mobile app
Select Settings, then Security & Privacy.
Select Reveal Secret Recovery Phrase (and Get Started, if prompted), then answer the two questions.
Enter your password and select Next.
Select Hold to reveal SRP.
Copy your secret recovery phrase and keep it secure.
Open the Trust Wallet mobile app.
Tap the Settings icon, then select Wallets.
Select the three dots next to your wallet, then select Manual.
Copy your recovery phrase and keep it secure.
Additional wallets
How do I add a second recovery phrase or Wallet?
Open the Coinbase Wallet mobile app or browser extension
Click on your username at the top of the assets tab
Tap add and manage wallets, then click import a wallet.
How do I remove a Wallet?
To remove a wallet you will need to sign out of all wallets. Make sure you have all of your recovery phrases saved and/or backed up before you do this.
How many wallets can I add?
You can add up to 3 wallets this includes one ledger with up to 15 addresses from that ledger.