Overview
Trust™Wallet (Official)^ is designed for users who want a single, elegant interface to manage crypto assets from desktops and the web while maintaining control of private keys. This page describes how the desktop and web components fit together, the capabilities available to power users and beginners alike, and the principles we use to keep your assets safe.
Key Features
Unified Wallet Management
Manage multiple wallet accounts and networks from a single place. Switch between Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and other supported chains without leaving the app. Each wallet preserves a distinct set of private keys and preferences so you can segregate funds and responsibilities.
Cross-Platform Sync (Read-Only)
Read-only account syncing enables you to view balances and history across devices without exposing private keys. Export public addresses, watch wallets, and review historical transactions securely.
DApp Browser & Extensions
A lightweight DApp connector lets you interact with decentralized exchanges, NFT marketplaces, and governance portals. Connect with explicit approval flow and granular permissions for signing transactions.
Token Discovery & Portfolio Insights
Discover tokens across chains, track price changes, and view performance trends. Portfolio insights include breakdowns by chain, token type, and realized vs. unrealized gains for informed decision-making.
Security & Privacy
Security is central to the Trust™Wallet (Official)^ experience. We follow a privacy-first approach: private keys are generated and stored locally, transaction signing always requires explicit confirmation, and recovery phrases are handled by the user — never uploaded to remote servers. Below we detail the security model and recommended best practices.
Local Key Management
Private keys and recovery phrases remain on device. The desktop application isolates key material in an encrypted storage area that only unlocks with a password and, where available, hardware-backed protection. For browsers, the web companion uses ephemeral session keys for signing when possible and prompts the desktop app or a hardware wallet to finalize sensitive actions.
Secure Transaction Flow
All outgoing transactions present a clear preview with destination address, amount, network fees, and gas estimates. Smart heuristics detect mismatched network signatures and unusual recipient patterns to warn the user before confirming.
Recommended Practices
- Keep your recovery phrase offline in a safe place — write it down, don’t screenshot it.
- Use a hardware wallet for large balances or long-term storage.
- Enable biometric or OS-level protections on devices that support them.
- Always verify contract interactions and approvals; revoke permissions you no longer need.
Getting Started
Whether you’re a newcomer buying your first token or an advanced user managing liquidity pools, onboarding is straightforward. Download the desktop client for your operating system, install the optional browser extension, and either import an existing recovery phrase or create a fresh wallet. The setup wizard walks you through backup and safety tips.
Step-by-step
Create a new wallet, write down the recovery phrase on paper, and test a small transfer to confirm everything works. For power users, connect a hardware wallet during setup to keep signing off-chain while leaving private keys offline.
Advanced Options
Advanced users may configure custom RPC endpoints, add chain-specific tokens by contract address, or enable developer mode to inspect raw transaction payloads. These settings are tucked away to avoid confusing beginners but are accessible when needed.
Roadmap & Community
The Trust™Wallet (Official)^ project grows with community feedback. Future work focuses on performance improvements, deeper multi-chain support, native staking experiences, and improved multisig workflows. Community channels provide a place to request features, report bugs, and share integration ideas.