Getting Started: Leap Wallet
A quick overview of getting started with Leap.
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A quick overview of getting started with Leap.
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Leap Wallet is a non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet designed specifically for the Cosmos ecosystem, enabling users to manage, stake, and trade their assets across multiple Cosmos-based blockchains.
It offers a seamless and intuitive interface for interacting with decentralized applications (dApps) and features robust security measures, including full control of private keys.
Leap supports staking directly within the wallet, providing users with easy access to validators and rewards. Additionally, it integrates with popular protocols and block explorers in the Cosmos ecosystem, making it a versatile choice for users looking to manage their Cosmos assets efficiently.
First, download your Leap wallet. You can find their official site here:
For the focus of this guide, we will be covering the Leap wallet browser extension.
Click on the extension in the browser toolbar and the following page will open up.
Once installed, you can create a new wallet, import an existing wallet, or log in with a hardware wallet such as Ledger.
If you choose to create a new wallet you will be shown 12 words as your mnemonic seed.
Please be sure to back up your mnemonic seed securely.
It is recommended to store it physically; never in a digital format or as a screenshot.
Never share this seed phrase with anyone, as they will have access to your funds.
A lost mnemonic seed phrase cannot be recovered.
Anyone with your mnemonic seed phrase can take control of your assets.
You will be asked for the mnemonic again. Enter the 12 words in order and case sensitive (all lower case). This is to make sure you remember the mnemonic and confirm that you wrote it down correctly.
Next, you will be prompted to create a password to secure and lock your wallet when not in use.
After you have set your password your Leap wallet is all set to go!
Click on 'Launch Extension' to begin using your new wallet.
You're all set! Your Leap wallet is up and running and you are ready to send, receive, stake, or interact with the Cosmos DeFi ecosystem.
It can be convenient to pin it to your browser toolbar by clicking on the puzzle piece 🧩 icon and then the pin icon to pin it to your browser's extension bar.
Non-custodial wallets offer full control over your crypto but require diligent security practices to ensure your funds stay safe.
It is of paramount importance to safeguard your seed phrase, use strong passwords, avoid online storage of seed phrases or private keys, and to consider utilizing a hardware wallet for large holdings.
To learn more, please see Crypto Security Best Practices and What is a Seed Phrase?