What is a crypto wallet and why do I need it?
In order to buy and receive digital assets like NFT’s, you will need a crypto wallet. This wallet will hold your NFT’s and can connect to various websites to display your NFT’s.
There are a variety of wallets to choose from, with different pros and cons.
Who is this for? | Platforms | Link with OP3N | Pay with AVAX | Buy AVAX | Wallet Creation | Security | Backup & Recovery | |
TrustWallet | For new users as well as users with existing crypto assets on EVM blockchain ETH / MATIC / AVAX / BSC / FTM ... | iOS & Android | Yes. Compatible.
No gas required. | Yes. Multicoin wallet. | Yes. Depends on on-ramp providers: MoonPay, Simplex, Transak | Straightforward, 2-minute setup | Biometric, PIN Code | Secret phases
Crypto Wallet standard |
ImToken | For new users as well as users with existing crypto assets on EVM blockchain ETH / MATIC / AVAX / BSC / FTM ... | iOS & Android | Yes. Compatible.
No gas required. | Yes. Multicoin wallet. | No | Straightforward, 2-minute setup | Biometric, PIN Code. Optional hardware token. | Secret phases
Crypto Wallet standard |
Gnosis Safe | Shared wallet, managed Multi-sig wallet shared by a team. | iOS & Android | Yes. Compatible.
No gas required. | Yes | No | Complicated | Multi-signature | On-chain Smart Contract |
Ledger Live | Individual with highest security needs. | iOS & Android | Yes. Compatible.
No gas required. | Yes. Require technical setup | No | Need to purchase physical device | PIN code | Secret phases
Crypto Wallet standard |
MetaMask (Mobile app) | Technical and veteran users. Not suitable for everyone. | iOS & Android | Yes. Compatible.
No gas required. | Yes. Require technical setup | No | Straightforward, 2-minute setup | Biometric, PIN Code | Secret phases
Crypto Wallet standard |
Rainbow | For everyday users, if you’re not making crypto payment with OP3N, this is the recommended wallet. | iOS.
Android coming soon. | Yes. Compatible.
No gas required. | No | No | Straightforward, 2-minute setup | Biometric, PIN Code | iCloud back-up with password protection. |
How to set up a MetaMask account?
Follow the below steps in order to create a MetaMask wallet:
- Visit Your Browser’s Web Store and search for MetaMask
- Metamask: https://metamask.io/download
- Chrome & Brave: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/metamask/nkbihfbeogaeaoehlefnkodbefgpgknn?hl=en
- Firefox: https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/ether-metamask/
- Click "Add Extension"
- Click "Get Started"
- Click "I agree"
IMPORTANT: Reveal the Secret Recovery Phrase and write it down and/or save it somewhere digitally protected.
You have now created a MetaMask wallet!
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How to register at OP3N.world and connect your MetaMask wallet?
Follow the below steps to register and connect your wallet:
- Click "Sign Up" on the alrocco.op3n.world homepage
- Enter your email address, select a username and password
- A code will be delivered to your email, retrieve the code and enter it where prompted.
- Sign in to OP3N using your credentials and click "Connect"
- Sign into your MetaMask account
- Click "Accept"
- You have now connected your MetaMask wallet on OP3N
How do I buy AVAX?
You can buy the Avax currency on centralized or decentralized exchanges, depending on your preference.
If you would like to buy with credit card, debit card, or banking accounts, see the centralized exchanges below.
If you would like to swap your existing crypto currency for Avax, see the decentralized exchanges, which require you to connect your wallet to make transactions.
Centralized exchanges:
Decentralized exchanges:
Adding Avalanche to your Metamask Wallet
If you would like to see the Avalanche that you’ve bought in your Metamask, follow the steps below.
Log in to MetaMask -> Click the Network drop-down -> Select Custom RPC
After selecting Custom RPC, add the details below.
- Network Name: Avalanche Network
- New RPC URL: https://api.avax.network/ext/bc/C/rpc
- ChainID: 43114
- Symbol: AVAX
- Explorer: https://snowtrace.io/
For more detailed information on how to add Avalanche on Metamask, click here.