Create a Wallet
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To get started on UNIGATE, the first thing you'll need is to set up a wallet that supports Polygon chain (Matic). 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.
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.
| Mobile | Desktop | |
|---|---|---|
Use anywhere | ✅ | ➖ |
Easy to use | ✅ | ➖ |
More secure | ➖ | ✅ |
Accessibility friendly | ➖ | ✅ |
Damage/loss/theft resistant | ➖ | ✅ |
Power/connection outage resistant | ✅ | ➖ |
Smartphone/Mobile wallets allow you to access your crypto almost anywhere. Wallets are available on both Android and iOS devices.
This comparison table gives an overview of the most popular mobile wallets used with UNIGATE.
| MetaMask | |
|---|---|
Polygon Chain support | ⚠️ |
Built-in DApp browser | ➖ |
Hardware wallet compatible | ✅ |
Open source (auditability) | ✅ |
Interact with Polygon (for advanced users!) | ✅ |
You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.
MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports ERC20 (Ethereum network) and BEP2 & BEP20 (Binance Chain and Binance Smart Chain networks).
Pros:
Open source for auditability
WEB3 capable on BscScan
A strong history of security and reliability
A large amount of how-to guides and resources online
Many tools and custom settings
Offers ETH purchases with Transak
Supports a very large number of languages
Is also available a browser plugin for desktop devices
Cons:
Longer setup time than other options
Additional steps needed to use with Polygon and UNIGATE
Extra information and settings may confuse beginners
Download MetaMask (Automatically detects device) MetaMask Setup Guide
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.
This comparison table gives an overview of the most popular desktop wallets used with UNIGATE.
| MetaMask | ||
|---|---|---|
Polygon Chain support | ⚠️ | |
Built-in DApp browser | ➖ | |
Hardware wallet compatible | ✅ | |
Open source (auditability) | ✅ | |
Interact with Polygon (for advanced users!) | ✅ |
⚠️ Requires additional setup
You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.
MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports ERC20 (Ethereum network) by default, and BEP2 & BEP20 (Binance Chain and Binance Smart Chain networks) with a little work.
Pros:
Open source for auditability
WEB3 capable on BscScan
A strong history of security and reliability
A large amount of how-to guides and resources online
Many tools and custom settings
Supports a very large number of languages
Is also available on mobile devices
Cons:
Longer setup time than other options
Additional steps needed to use with Polygon Network and UNIGATE
Extra information and settings may confuse beginners
Download MetaMask (Automatically detects browser) MetaMask Setup Guide
**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 UNIGATE site and staff will never ask you to input your seed phrase.**
