2. Creating a New Wallet

This guide will walk you through creating a new Amadeus wallet.

Overview

Creating a new wallet generates a unique Seed64 (64-byte cryptographic seed) that you must securely store. This Seed64 is the only way to recover your wallet if you lose access to your device.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Choose "Create New Wallet"

When you first open the extension, click "Create New Wallet" on the onboarding screen.

Step 2: Enter Wallet Name

1. Enter a name for your wallet (e.g., "My Main Wallet")

2. This name helps you identify the wallet and is stored locally

3. Click "Continue"

Step 3: Set Password

1. Create a strong password for your wallet

   • Minimum requirements: At least 8 characters

   • Use a combination of letters, numbers, and special characters

   • Make it unique and memorable

2. Confirm your password by entering it again

3. Click "Continue"

⚠️ Important: Remember this password! You'll need it every time you unlock your wallet. If you forget it, you'll need your Seed64 to reset it.

Step 4: Save Your Seed64

This is the most critical step. Your Seed64 is a 64-byte (512-bit) cryptographic seed that allows you to restore your wallet.

Understanding Seed64:

• Seed64: A 64-byte (512-bit) cryptographic seed used to derive your wallet's keys

• Format: Base58-encoded string (typically 87-88 characters)

• Purpose: Used to derive your wallet's public and private keys

• Security: This is your wallet's master key - never share it!

1. Copy your Seed64

   • The extension will display your Seed64

   • Click the copy button to copy it to your clipboard

   • The Seed64 is a long string of characters (Base58 encoded)

2. Store it securely

   • Write it down on paper or store in encrypted format

   • Keep it in a safe place (fireproof safe, bank vault)

   • Never share it with anyone

   • Never store it digitally in unencrypted form (screenshots, cloud storage, email, etc.)

   • Consider making multiple copies stored in different secure locations

   • Consider using password manager (encrypted) or encrypted USB drive

3. Verify you've saved it correctly

   • Double-check that you've copied the complete Seed64

   • Ensure no characters are missing

   • Click the checkbox to confirm you've saved it

   • Click "Continue"

⚠️ Critical: Your Seed64 is the only way to recover your wallet. Store it securely and never share it!

Step 6: Wallet Created

Congratulations! Your wallet has been created successfully.

• Your wallet address (public key) will be displayed

• You can copy it to share with others for receiving tokens

• Click "Go to Dashboard" to start using your wallet

Security Best Practices

Seed64 Protection

• ✅ Write Seed64 on paper or store encrypted

• ✅ Store in multiple secure locations (3-2-1 backup rule: 3 copies, 2 media types, 1 offsite)

• ✅ Use encryption for digital backups

• ✅ Consider splitting Seed64 across locations (advanced)

• ❌ Never share your Seed64 with anyone

• ❌ Never store Seed64 digitally in unencrypted form (screenshots, cloud storage, email)

• ❌ Never enter Seed64 on suspicious websites

• ❌ Never take screenshots of your Seed64

Password Security

• ✅ Use a strong, unique password (minimum 8 characters)

• ✅ Include uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters

• ✅ Use a password manager for your wallet password

• ✅ Never reuse passwords across services

Troubleshooting

I forgot my password

• You can reset your password using your Seed64 through the "Forgot Password" option

I lost my Seed64

• Unfortunately, without your Seed64, you cannot recover your wallet

• This is why it's critical to store it securely

I want to create another wallet

• You can create multiple wallets, but each requires a separate Seed64

• Consider using different wallets for different purposes (main, savings, testing)

What's Next?

• Unlock your wallet to access your dashboard

• Receive tokens by sharing your wallet address

• Send tokens once you have tokens in your wallet