Create a Wallet

To get started on SMBSwap, the first thing you'll first need to set up a wallet that supports BNB Smart Chain (BSC). Wallets are available for both desktop computers and smartphone devices. Choose the wallet that fits your needs best.

When you're setting up your wallet, be sure to:

βœ… Download and install only the latest version from an official source.

βœ… Follow the setup guide carefully.

βœ… 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?

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.

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.

⚠️ Requires some setup πŸ”Ά Only supports SafePal hardware wallet

You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.

Trust Wallet is a popular wallet for smart devices. It supports DApps, NFT collectibles (with Opensea.io support), and in-wallet staking.

Pros:

  • Open source for auditability

  • Backed by the Binance cryptocurrency exchange

  • Easily switch between several crypto networks

  • Includes networks by default

  • Includes in-wallet staking options

  • Has additional features such as NFT collection, BNB staking, and DApp access within the wallet

Cons:

  • Language tied to phone settings

  • Limited DApps

  • Transaction notifications can be delayed

Download Trust Wallet (Automatically detects device) Trust Wallet Setup Guide

Desktop 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.

⚠️ 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 Binance Smart Chain and SMBSwap

  • Extra information and settings may confuse beginners

Download MetaMask (automatically detects browser) MetaMask Setup Guide

**Under no circumstance should you ever give someone your private key or recovery phrase ("seed phrase"). This will give someone complete access to your crypto!

The genuine SMBSwap site and staff will never ask you to input your seed phrase.**

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