Create a Wallet

To get started on your PancakeSwap journey on Aptos, the first thing you'll need is to set up a wallet that supports Aptos Chain. Wallets are available both on desktop computers and on smartphone devices. You'll need to choose the wallet that fits your needs best.
When you're setting up a wallet, be sure to:
✅ Download and install only the latest version from an official source.
✅ Follow the setup guide carefully.
✅ Safely back up your recovery phrases.
❌ NEVER share your recovery phrases with anyone, under any circumstances.
❌ NEVER input your recovery phrase to a website or app, other than your wallet app.
Smartphone/Mobile or Desktop wallet?
At the time of writing, there are a limited number of mobile wallets with Aptos support. Chefs will include more wallets in the tutorial when they are available.
We recommend using desktop wallets until more mobile wallets are ready.
Mobile device wallets and desktop-based wallets have different strengths and weaknesses. Consider which fits your needs better to help decide which type of wallet to use.
Use anywhere
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Easy to use
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More secure
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Accessibility friendly
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Damage/loss/theft resistant
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Power/connection outage resistant
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Smartphone/Mobile wallets
Smartphone/Mobile wallets allow you to access your crypto almost anywhere. Wallets are available on both Android and iOS devices.
Which mobile wallet should I choose?
This comparison table gives an overview of the most popular mobile wallets used with PancakeSwap.
Aptos Chain support
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Built-in DApp browser
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Hardware wallet compatible
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(Only SafePal)
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Open source (auditability)
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✅
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You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.

Pros:
Easily switch between several crypto networks
Has the option for Google Authenticator built in
Supports a large number of languages
Setup process is very simple
Is available as both a software and hardware wallet (work together)
Cons:
Isn't fully open source
Does not give user notifications
Does not enforce strong security during initial setup and wallet creation
Download SafePal (Automatically detects device) SafePal Setup Guide for Aptos
Desktop/Web Browser wallets
Desktop wallets are available on your home computer or laptop computer. Wallets on your computer can run as standalone applications, or as web browser plugins for popular browsers like Chrome and Firefox.
Which desktop wallet should I choose?
This comparison table gives an overview of the most popular desktop wallets used with PancakeSwap on Aptos
Aptos Chain support
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✅
✅
✅
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Hardware wallet compatible
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Open source (auditability)
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❓
✅
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❓ - as of writing, we are unsure about the status of this information
You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.

Petra wallet is an extension that lets you explore Aptos in your browser.
Highlights:
Built by Aptos Labs
Easy to use
Supports multiple accounts
Built-in NFT support
Supports Aptos testnet and one-click testnet APT faucet
Note:
Desktop only
Only supports Aptos chains
NEVER, in any situation, should you ever give someone your private key or recovery phrase ("seed phrase"). This will give someone complete access to your crypto!
The genuine PancakeSwap site and staff will never ask you to input your seed phrase.
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