# Phantom Extension (Email Sign-up)

### How To Set Up Phantom Wallet for Desktop <a href="#how-to-set-up-phantom-wallet" id="how-to-set-up-phantom-wallet"></a>

Phantom Wallet is a secure and user-friendly Solana wallet available as a browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, Brave, and Edge. Follow this step-by-step guide to set it up:

### **Step 1: Download the Phantom Extension**

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* Visit the Phantom [download page](https://phantom.app/download).
* Scroll down and click the icon for your browser (e.g., click the Brave icon if you're using Brave).
* On the extension page, click **Add to \[Browser Name]** to install the wallet.

### **Step 2: Create a New Wallet**

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* Once installed, click **Create a New Wallet**.
* Select **Continue with Email**.
* Choose how you'd like to register:
  * **Apple ID**
  * **Google Email**

### Step 3: Set Up Security

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* Create a **four-digit PIN**&#x20;
* Confirm your **four-digit** **PIN**.

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Losing your PIN means losing access to your account. Phantom does not store your PIN, so it's important to use a password you can easily remember.
{% endhint %}

* Create a strong password to secure your wallet.
* Agree to the terms of service by checking the box and click **Continue**.

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Congratulations, You just finished setting up your wallet securely.