Configure your Wallet
This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to configure your wallet to begin your DeFi journey on TangleSwap.
On Desktop
👇 Make sure you select below the ecosystem where you'd like to connect to the Tangleship mainframe!
- Cardano (Eternl)
- Cardano (Nami)
- Shimmer
Within the Cardano ecosystem, a range of well-known and reputable wallets each offer unique features, catering to diverse user needs. For the purpose of this guide, we will focus on two prominent options:
- Nami, known for its user-friendly interface, is an ideal starting point for those new to Cardano DeFi.
- Eternl, the go-to choice for users who desire the utmost in functionality.
For a more extensive exploration, take a look at this detailed list of well-known wallets where each is rated based on its respective features.
To begin, follow these steps:
- Install the Eternl browser extension.
- Create your decentralized wallet.
- Connect to Cardano.
- Connect to TangleSwap.
Within the Cardano ecosystem, a range of well-known and reputable wallets each offer unique features, catering to diverse user needs. For the purpose of this guide, we will focus on two prominent options:
- Nami, known for its user-friendly interface, is an ideal starting point for those new to Cardano DeFi.
- Eternl, the go-to choice for users who desire the utmost in functionality.
For a more extensive exploration, take a look at this detailed list of well-known wallets where each is rated based on its respective features.
To begin, follow these steps:
- Install the Nami browser extension.
- Create your decentralized wallet.
- Connect to Cardano.
- Connect to TangleSwap.
For the purpose of this guide we will be using MetaMask — a widely recognized and trusted wallet, ensuring a seamless and secure experience. Nonetheless, the process is very similar for other available wallets.
To begin, follow these steps:
- Install the MetaMask browser extension.
- Create your decentralized wallet.
- Connect to ShimmerEVM.
- Connect to TangleSwap.
Installation
- Cardano (Eternl)
- Cardano (Nami)
- Shimmer
Follow these steps to install the browser extension of Eternl:
Step 1: Navigate to the official Eternl website.
Step 2: Install Eternl for your browser of choice. In this guide we will be illustrating the process for Google Chrome. Click on
Chrome Web Store
.
Step 3: Click on
Add to Chrome
.
Step 4: To confirm the installation, click on
Add Extension
.
Step 5: Done!
Follow these steps to install the browser extension of Eternl:
Step 1: Navigate to the official Nami website.
Step 2: Install Nami for your browser of choice. In this guide we will be illustrating the process for Google Chrome. Click on
Chrome
.
Step 3: Click on
Add to Chrome
.
Step 4: To confirm the installation, click on
Add Extension
.
Step 5: Done!
Follow these steps to install MetaMask:
Step 1: Navigate to the official download website.
Step 2: Install MetaMask for your browser of choice. In this guide we will be illustrating the process for Google Chrome.
Step 3: Click on
Add to Chrome
.
Step 4: To confirm the installation, click on
Add Extension
.
Step 5: Done!
Create your wallet
- Cardano (Eternl)
- Cardano (Nami)
- Shimmer
Follow these steps to create your wallet:
Step 1: Start your Eternl browser extension.
Step 2: Click on
Add wallet
.
Step 3: Click on
Create wallet
.
Step 4: Enter a wallet name and create a strong spending password. Click
Save
to secure your wallet's settings.
Step 5: Specify the number of accounts you wish to create within your Eternl wallet.
A wallet in Eternl can have up to 24 accounts. Each account can be delegated to a different staking pool.
Step 6: To ensure the security of your wallet, please store your Secret Recovery Phrase safely, and confirm.
Step 7: Done! Your wallet is now successfully created and secured. Welcome to your Eternl Home Interface!
Follow these steps to create your wallet:
Step 1: Start your Nami browser extension.
Step 2: Click on
New wallet
and make sure no one is watching the screen.
Step 3: To ensure the security of your wallet, please store your Secret Recovery Phrase safely, and verify it.
Step 4: Enter a wallet name and create a strong spending password. Click
Create
to finalize your wallet's settings.
Step 5: Done! Your wallet is now successfully created and secured. Click on
Close
, then open the Nami extension to access your Nami Home Interface.
Step 1: Start your MetaMask browser extension.
Step 2: Click on
Create a new wallet
.
Step 3: Set up your password.
Step 4: To ensure the security of your wallet, please store your Secret Recovery Phrase safely, and confirm.
Step 5: Done! You have successfully created and protected your wallet.
Connect to the Network & TangleSwap
- Cardano (Eternl)
- Cardano (Nami)
- Shimmer
Step 1: Ensure your wallet is set as the DApp Account and verify that the icon in the top right corner turns green. 🟢
- To do this, click the icon in the top right corner.
- Then, select
Connect As DApp Account
.
- Verify that the icon turns green. 🟢
Step 2: Find your way to the Tangleship and click
Jump aboard The Tangleship
. 🛸
Step 3: Connect your wallet to TangleSwap on Cardano Mainnet. Please make sure you maintain a minimum balance of 10 ADA in your wallet at all times, to avoid any issues with transactions.
Step 4: Done! Welcome aboard the Tangleship. You are now ready to embark on your journey.
Explore our Explorer's Manual for a step-by-step guide to navigate the various sections aboard the Tangleship.
Step 1: Find your way to the Tangleship and click
Jump aboard The Tangleship
. 🛸
Step 2: Connect your wallet to TangleSwap on Cardano Mainnet. Please make sure you maintain a minimum balance of 10 ADA in your wallet at all times, to avoid any issues with transactions.
Step 3: Done! Welcome aboard the Tangleship. You are now ready to embark on your journey.
Explore our Explorer's Manual for a step-by-step guide to navigate the various sections aboard the Tangleship.
To connect your wallet with both the ShimmerEVM Mainnet and TangleSwap, follow these steps:
Step 1: Find your way to the Tangleship. 🛸
Step 2: Connect your wallet to TangleSwap.
Step 3: Select MetaMask to proceed and unlock your wallet.
Step 4: Select the account(s) you want to connect to TangleSwap.
Step 5: Click on
Switch to Shimmer
.
Step 5:
Approve
the connection and add theShimmer
network to your wallet.
Step 6: Done! Welcome to the net. Your MetaMask wallet is now connected to TangleSwap. You can easily verify this by checking your unique wallet address—and avatar—at the top of the screen.
On Mobile
- Cardano (Eternl)
- Cardano (Nami)
- Shimmer
Eternl is also available for iOS and Android, following a similar onboarding process to desktop browsers.
- Install Eternl for iOS.
- Install Eternl for Android.
Nami is not available on mobile. If you require a mobile Cardano wallet, you might want to explore other options.
MetaMask is also available for iOS and Android, following a similar onboarding process to desktop browsers.
- Install MetaMask for iOS.
- Install MetaMask for Android.
Troubleshooting
Oops, you ventured into uncharted territory and found your wallet connection timed out while trying to connect to TangleSwap.
Cause 🚩
Connection timeouts typically arise from conflicts with other wallet extensions in your browser (such as Phantom, Core Wallet, or some other specific wallets).
Solution ✅
Investigate each of your browser wallet extensions. Disable theRead and change site data - On all sites
option, setting it toWhen you click the extension
(see screenshot below), or ensure that your troublemaking extension cannotRead and change site data
at least not on TangleSwap.