🙋Get Started

Create a Wallet

To get started on RISKCRYPTO, the first thing you'll need is to set up a wallet that supports Binance Smart Chain (BSC) Wallets are available both on desktop computers and on smartphone devices. You'll need to choose the wallet that fits your needs best.

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.

Smartphone/Mobile or Desktop wallet?

Mobile device wallets and desktop-based wallets have different strengths and weaknesses. Consider which fits your needs better to help decide which type of wallet to use.

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Easy to use

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Accessibility friendly

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Damage/loss/theft resistant

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Smartphone/Mobile wallets

Smartphone/Mobile wallets allow you to access your crypto almost anywhere. Wallets are available on both Android and iOS devices.

Which wallet should I choose?

MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports ERC20 (Ethereum network) by default, and all other blockchains GENX is currently available on. That being said, we recommend you use it since it's probably the most supported option.

​Pros:

  • Open source for auditability

  • WEB3 capable on BscScan

  • 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 also available on mobile devices

Cons:

  • Longer setup time than other options

  • Additional steps needed to use with Binance Smart Chain or other blockchains

  • Extra information and settings may confuse beginners

​Download MetaMask (Automatically detects browser) MetaMask Setup Guide​

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!

You can setup your MetaMask to different blockchains using the guides below:

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