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Core mobile: How do I create a new wallet?

How to create a new wallet in the Avalanche native wallet, Core.

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Written by Chris

If Core mobile is not already installed, download it from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store.

To create a new wallet, choose one of the following options:

  • Continue with Google/Apple

  • Manually Create New Wallet (by receiving a recovery phrase)

To connect using Google or Apple

  1. Tap either Connect with Google, or Connect with Apple

  2. Select the email account from the list, or manually enter it if it's not already signed in.

  3. Choose to enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) or skip this step.

    1. To add MFA, follow the prompts for the chosen method.

    2. If MFA has been set up previously, select a method to verify the log in.

  4. Choose to opt in or out of Core Analytics by selecting Unlock.

  5. Enter a PIN and confirm it. Optionally, enable biometric login with Touch ID or Face ID.

  6. Name the wallet and choose a personal avatar.

Manually Create New Wallet (by receiving a recovery phrase)

  1. Tap Access existing wallet

  2. Select Create a new wallet

  3. Choose whether or not to Unlock Airdrops.

  4. Copy the seed phrase and store it somewhere safe. It is the user's responsibility to keep the seed phrase and private key secure. Understand the principles of self custody wallets.

  5. Answer the security questions regarding the seed phrase.

  6. Enter a PIN and confirm it. Optionally, enable biometric login with Touch ID or Face ID.

  7. Name the wallet and choose a personal avatar.


For any additional questions, please view our other knowledge base articles or contact a Product Support team member via the chat button. Examples are for illustrative purposes only.

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