Create a Wallet
ERC-20 supported wallet is needed (ex: Metamask, Trust Wallet)
To get started on CoinCollect, the first thing you'll need is to set up a wallet that supports Polygon Network (EVM based - ERC-20 ). Wallets are available both on desktop and mobiles. You'll need to choose the wallet that fits your needs best.
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.
Mobile
Desktop
Use anywhere
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Easy to use
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More secure
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Accessibility friendly
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Damage/loss/theft resistant
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Power/connection outage 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 mobile wallet should I choose?
This comparison table gives an overview of the most popular mobile wallets.
Trust Wallet
MetaMask
Token Pocket
SafePal
Polygon (Matic) Network support
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Built-in DApp browser
β Android
β iOS
β Android
β iOS
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Hardware wallet compatible
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Open source (auditability)
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Interact with PolygonScan
(for advanced users!)
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β οΈ Requires some setup πΆ Only supports SafePal hardware wallet
You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.
MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports ERC20 (Polygon Network & Ethereum network) and BEP2 & BEP20 (Binance Chain and Binance Smart Chain networks).
βPros: - Open source for auditability - WEB3 capable on PolygonScan & BscScan - A strong history of security and reliability - A large amount of how-to guides and resources online - Many tools and custom settings - Offers ETH purchases with Transak - Supports a very large number of languages - Is also available a browser plugin for desktop devices
Cons: - Longer setup time than other options - Additional steps needed to use with Polygon Network & Binance Smart Chain - Extra information and settings may confuse beginners
Download MetaMask (Automatically detects device)
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