# Create a Wallet

Embarking on your PlunderSwap journey requires establishing a Zilliqa EVM (ZILEVM) compatible wallet. These wallets are accessible on both desktop computers and smartphones, allowing you to select the one that aligns most suitably with your requirements.

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 or Desktop wallet?

Mobile device wallets and desktop-based wallets exhibit distinct strengths and weaknesses. Assessing these attributes will aid you in determining the most suitable wallet type for your requirements.

Smartphone or mobile wallets grant you the ability to access your cryptocurrency from virtually any location, compatible with both Android and iOS platforms.

Conversely, desktop wallets are accessible through your personal computer or laptop. These wallets can operate as independent applications on your device or as browser extensions, compatible with well-known browsers such as Chrome and Firefox.

Feature	Mobile	Desktop
Use anywhere	✅	➖
Easy to use	✅	➖
More secure	➖	✅
Accessibility friendly	➖	✅
Damage/loss/theft resistant	➖	✅
Power/connection outage resistant	✅	➖

MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports ERC-20/ZRC-2 (via proxy) (Zilliqa EVM network).

Pros:

Open source for auditability
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 available a browser plugin for desktop devices, or Mobile App

Cons:

Longer setup time than other options
Additional steps needed to use with Zilliqa EVM and PlunderSwap
Extra information and settings may confuse beginners

Download MetaMask

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 PlunderSwap site and staff will never ask you to input your seed phrase.