Creating Your Wallet
description: Create or import your wallet on mobile with enhanced security
Creating Your Wallet
🆕 Create New Wallet
Step 1: Welcome Screen
When you first launch DropFi, you'll see:
🎉 Create New Wallet Start fresh with a new XRPL wallet | |
📥 Import Existing Already have an XRPL wallet? Import it |
Step 2: Choose Security Method
DropFi offers multiple ways to secure your new wallet:
📝 12-Word Recovery Phrase
- Most Compatible: Works with all XRPL wallets
- Easy to Write: Simple English words
- Recommended: For most users
- Tap"Use Recovery Phrase"
🔢 Secret Numbers
- Unique to DropFi: 8 rows of 6 digits
- Number-Based: No language barriers
- Alternative Format: For number preference
- Tap"Use Secret Numbers"
🔑 Family Seed
- Classic XRPL: Traditional format
- Compact: Single string starting with 's'
- Advanced Users: Familiar with XRPL
- Tap"Use Family Seed"
Step 3: Set Your PIN
Create a 6-digit PIN for quick access:
PIN Requirements:
- 📏 Exactly 6 digits
- 🔢 Numbers only (0-9)
- 🚫 Avoid simple patterns:
- Sequential (123456, 654321)
- Repeated (111111, 000000)
- Birthdays or dates
💡 Tip: Your PIN unlocks the app but your biometrics add extra security!
Step 4: Generate Your Secret
For 12-Word Phrase:
- Tap"Generate Recovery Phrase"
- Your 12 words appear with numbers
- Write each word carefully
- Note the exact order (1-12)
- Tap"I've Written It Down"
Example Display:
text1. rabbit 7. genuine 2. clock 8. ability 3. reward 9. soap 4. open 10. balance 5. despair 11. predict 6. creek 12. arrive
For Secret Numbers:
- Tap"Generate Secret Numbers"
- See 8 rows of 6-digit numbers
- Write all numbers in order
- Each row is labeled (Row 1-8)
- Tap"I've Written Them Down"
Example Display:
textRow 1: 4 8 2 7 5 9 Row 2: 1 6 3 0 8 4 Row 3: 9 2 5 7 1 3 ... (5 more rows)
For Family Seed:
- Tap"Generate Family Seed"
- Your seed appears (29 characters)
- Copy exactly(case matters!)
- Double-check every character
- Tap"I've Saved It"
Example:
textsEd7rBGm5kxzauRTAV2hbsNz7N45X91
Step 5: Verify Your Backup
The app will test that you saved correctly:
12-Word Phrase Verification:
- "What is word #7?" → Type: genuine
- "What is word #3?" → Type: reward
- Random 3-4 word checks
Secret Numbers Verification:
- "Enter Row 4" → Type all 6 digits
- "Enter Row 7" → Type all 6 digits
- Random 2-3 row checks
Family Seed Verification:
- "Re-enter your complete seed"
- Must match exactly
- Case-sensitive check
Step 6: Enable Biometrics
After verification, enhance security:
👤 Face ID iPhone X and newer | |
👆 Touch ID iPhone with home button | |
👆 Fingerprint Android devices | |
⏭️ Skip for Now Set up later in settings |
📥 Import Existing Wallet
Step 1: Choose Import Method
Select how you'll restore your wallet:
📝 Recovery Phrase
- Supports 12, 15, 18, 21, or 24 words
- Most wallets use this format
- Tap"Import with Phrase"
🔢 Secret Numbers
- DropFi's 48-number format
- 8 rows of 6 digits each
- Tap"Import with Numbers"
🔑 Family Seed
- Classic XRPL seed (starts with 's')
- 29 characters, case-sensitive
- Tap"Import with Seed"
🗝️ Private Key
- Raw private key import
- Advanced users only
- Tap"Import with Key"
Step 2: Enter Your Secret
Recovery Phrase Import:
- Tap each word field
- Start typing → suggestions appear
- Select from word list
- Or paste all words at once
- App validates BIP39 words
Smart Features:
- ✅ Auto-complete words
- ✅ Typo detection
- ✅ Valid word checking
- ✅ Paste detection
Secret Numbers Import:
- Tap each row field
- Enter 6 digits per row
- Use number pad
- Can paste if formatted
- All 8 rows required
Input Format:
textRow 1: [4][8][2][7][5][9] Row 2: [1][6][3][0][8][4] ... (6 more rows)
Family Seed Import:
- Single input field
- Paste or type carefully
- Shows character count
- Validates Base58 format
- Checks 's' prefix
Step 3: Set Your PIN
Even when importing, set a new PIN:
- Enter 6-digit PIN
- Confirm PIN
- Different from old wallet OK
- This secures THIS device
Step 4: Wait for Sync
After successful import:
- "Syncing Wallet..."appears
- Connects to XRPL
- Fetches your balance
- Loads transaction history
- Usually takes 2-5 seconds
✅ Success! Your Wallet is Ready
What You'll See:
New Wallet Created:
- ✓ Your XRPL address
- ✓ 0 XRP balance (needs activation)
- ✓ QR code for receiving
- ✓ "Activate Wallet" prompt
Imported Wallet:
- ✓ Your XRPL address
- ✓ Current XRP balance
- ✓ Recent transactions
- ✓ Token balances (if any)
First Steps:
- Copy Your Address: Tap address to copy
- View QR Code: Tap QR for easy sharing
- Activate (New Only): Send 10+ XRP
- Test Transaction: Send 0.1 XRP test
- Explore Features: Check all tabs
🛡️ Mobile Security Features
Automatic Security:
- 🔐 Encryption: Military-grade AES-256
- 📵 No Screenshots: Blocked on secret screens
- ⏱️ Auto-Lock: After 60 seconds idle
- 🔄 Session Timeout: 15 minutes max
- 📴 Background Blur: Hides when switching apps
Your Responsibilities:
- ✍️ Physical Backup: Paper only, no photos
- 🏦 Secure Storage: Safe or lockbox
- 🤐 Never Share: Not even with "support"
- 📲 Device Security: Use phone lock screen
- 🔄 Regular Checks: Test recovery yearly
🆘 Recovery Scenarios
Forgot PIN:
- Tap"Forgot PIN?"
- Choose"Reset with Recovery"
- Enter your secret phrase/seed
- Set new PIN
- Biometrics remain active
Lost Phone:
- Get new phone
- Download DropFi
- Choose"Import Wallet"
- Use your backup secret
- Everything restored
Biometrics Not Working:
- Use PIN instead
- Re-enable in Settings
- Update iOS/Android
- Check permissions
🎯 Quick Reference
DO ✅
- Write backup on paper
- Test recovery process
- Enable biometrics
- Use strong PIN
- Keep app updated
DON'T ❌
- Screenshot secrets
- Share with anyone
- Use simple PINs
- Store in cloud
- Skip verification
📱 Platform Differences
iOS Specific:
- Face ID on iPhone X+
- Touch ID on older models
- Keychain integration
- iCloud backup (encrypted)
Android Specific:
- Fingerprint sensor support
- Face unlock (varies by model)
- Google backup (encrypted)
- Pattern unlock option
💡 Pro Tip: After setup, immediately do a small test transaction. Send 0.1 XRP to a friend or exchange, then send it back. This confirms everything works before moving larger amounts!