Where to Start

Welcome to Tangem Wallet. This guide will help you get up and running in a few simple steps.

What you need to get started

• Your Tangem device (card or ring)
• A smartphone with NFC support running iOS 15.0+ or Android 6.0+
• The Tangem app installed from the App Store or Google Play

Step 1: Set up your wallet

The first step is to activate your Tangem device and create a wallet.

If you have a hardware wallet (card or ring): Follow the on-screen instructions after scanning your device for the first time. The setup takes about two minutes. 
→ How to Set Up Without a Seed Phrase (recommended) 
→ How to Set Up With a Seed Phrase

If you want to start with a mobile wallet: You can create a wallet directly in the app without a physical device. 
→ How to Create a Mobile Wallet

Not sure which option is right for you? Read Wallet Types: Mobile vs Hardware.

Step 2: Back up your Mobile Wallet

This step applies to Mobile Wallet users only. Hardware Wallet users complete backup during setup.

After creating a Mobile Wallet, back it up immediately — before adding any funds. Your seed phrase is the only way to recover access if you lose your phone.  
→ How to Back Up a Mobile Wallet

Step 3: Add tokens

Once your wallet is set up, add the cryptocurrencies you want to store or use. 
→ How to Add a Token

Step 4: Receive your first crypto

To receive cryptocurrency, share your wallet address with the sender. 
→ How to Receive Cryptocurrency

You're all set

Your wallet is ready to use. Here's what you can do next:
→ How to Send Cryptocurrency
→ How to Buy Cryptocurrency
→ How to Swap Coins and Tokens
→ How to Sell Cryptocurrency

Need help?

If something isn't working as expected, check the relevant Help Center article or contact support. 
→ Contact Support & Community