How to create or recover an account, using Initia Wallet.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this article and the resources available do not constitute financial advice and should not be construed as such.
What is Initia?
Initia redefines the multi-chain network experience by seamlessly integrating architecture, product, and economic systems. It offers a comprehensive blockchain solution that enhances how networks operate and interact, making it a prime example of a network designed for interwoven rollups.
Initia integrates a foundational Layer 1 blockchain with a bespoke Layer 2 infrastructure, creating a cohesive ecosystem of modular networks. This setup enables secure scaling through the OPinit Stack, which supports various virtual machines (VMs) like EVM, MoveVM, and WasmVM. The integration of these VMs allows for diverse smart contract deployments, ensuring flexibility and adaptability across different blockchain applications.
The key advantages of Initia include enhanced scalability, interoperability, and economic alignment among users, developers, and application-specific chains. By harmonizing the economic interests of different stakeholders within the blockchain ecosystem, Initia fosters a collaborative and efficient network environment.
Initia’s ecosystem includes several innovative products designed to streamline user interaction and reduce entry barriers. These products include InitiaScan, a multi-chain explorer with VM-specific tools and information; Initia App, a centralized platform for all things related to Initia; Initia Usernames, a blockchain-wide on-chain identity system; and Initia Wallet, a dedicated wallet designed for navigating the expansive Initia ecosystem.
For more detailed information, you can explore their GitHub repository and official documentation.
How to add Initia Wallet to your Browser?
Before being able to use the wallet, you first have to add the extension on your web Browser.
1. Open initia.xyz website in your browser. It is preferable to always use the official website to ensure you download an official extension.
2. Scroll to the “Initia Wallet” block and click on the “Chrome Extension” button:
3. Click on “Add to Chrome”, then on “Add extension” to install the wallet on your browser:
How to create a new wallet with Initia Wallet?
Once you have installed the Initia Wallet extension on your Browser, you will be redirected to a new page to create an account. You can also return to this page later by clicking on the extension icon.
1. Click on the “Create a new account” button:
2. The wallet will then ask you to choose a password. Please note that you won’t be able to access your wallet on this device if you forget this password!
3. This step is the most important one! The wallet will display your wallet recovery phrase (also known as mnemonic). Click on “reveal”, take the time to note the phrase on paper, and keep that paper in a safe place. Don’t lose it, and don’t share it with anyone.
4. Your wallet is now created, you can name it as you wish, using the three small dots:
How to recover a wallet with Initia Wallet?
Once you have installed the Initia Wallet extension on your Browser, you can recover an existing wallet by importing it recovery phrase or private key. In this article, we’ll show you how to do it with the recovery phrase, but the steps are similar with the private key.
1. Click on the “Import recovery phrase” button:
2. Enter the 12 words you safely wrote down when creating your wallet:
3. All right, your wallet is now imported. You can name it as you wish, using the three small dots:
How to receive test tokens?
Initia is currently in the Testnet phase, so you can request test tokens free of charge. To do so, connect to the testnet faucet and follow the steps.
Note that Initia uses the GAS token to pay transaction fees. So Faucet will send you both INIT and GAS.
