This article references the legacy Base app.
There’s a new experience in the Base app - Base mode. The article below references the legacy Base app (formerly Coinbase Wallet). Visit our Base app help page for support with the new experience.
Importing your smart wallet to the Base app allows you to view your token and crypto balances in one place, send assets between your connected wallets, and access dapps through the Base app.
This is currently available only on iOS/Apple devices.
Your passkey is on your device
To import your smart wallet to Base:
Access the Base app.
Select the wallet switcher and choose Add & manage wallets.
Select Import a wallet.
Select Passkey.
Select On this device.
Select the passkey used to sign in to your smart wallet and select Continue.
If your passkey isn’t accepted, make sure it’s entered correctly and hasn’t expired. Re-enter the information and try again.
Your passkey is on another device
To import your smart wallet to Base
Access the Base app.
Select the wallet switcher and choose Add & manage wallets.
Select Import a wallet.
Select Passkey.
Select On another device.
Follow the instructions to import using a QR code.
Scan the QR code in a well-lit environment, maintaining alignment within the camera frame. If issues occur, regenerate the QR code.
Your smart wallet is now imported. You can buy, swap, or cash out crypto, or use it as you would any other wallet in your Base app.
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