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Safepal wallet recovery seed phrase extension guide<br><br><br><br><br>Extend Your Safepal Wallet Recovery Seed Phrase A Step by Step Security Tutorial<br><br>Write your 12 or 24-word recovery phrase on the official backup card provided with your Safepal hardware wallet. This physical card, resistant to fire and water, offers a more durable solution than casual paper. Storing the phrase digitally, even in a photo or note, dramatically increases your risk of theft.<br><br><br>Consider extending your seed phrase with a custom passphrase for a powerful security upgrade. This optional feature acts as a 13th or 25th word, creating a completely new set of wallet addresses. Anyone with your standard seed phrase cannot access wallets protected by this extension, adding a critical defensive layer.<br><br><br>Treat your passphrase with the same caution as your core seed words, but store it separately. A strong passphrase is a memorable sentence or combination you have not used elsewhere. Forgetting this phrase means permanent loss of access to the assets in the hidden wallet, as Safepal has no method to recover it.<br><br><br>Always verify your complete recovery setup. Use the "Recovery Phrase Check" feature on your Safepal S1 device or perform a test restoration with a small amount of crypto in a temporary wallet. This practice confirms your backup process works correctly before securing significant funds.<br><br><br><br>How to Properly Record Your 12-Word Seed Phrase on Paper<br><br>Use a permanent, fine-tipped pen with indelible ink, like a quality ballpoint or a pigment liner, on a clean sheet of acid-free paper. This prevents smudging and fading over decades.<br><br><br>Write each word clearly in its correct numerical order, leaving a small space between them. Double-check the spelling against the official BIP39 word list provided by SafePal; many recovery words are specific and uncommon.<br><br><br>Create two identical copies on separate sheets. Store these copies in different, secure physical locations, such as a fireproof safe and a safety deposit box. This protects you from a single point of failure like fire or flood.<br><br><br>Never laminate the paper. While it seems protective, lamination can trap moisture and accelerate ink degradation over time. For better durability, place the paper inside a sealed, waterproof metal container.<br><br><br>Avoid any digital transcription. Do not type the phrase into a computer, take a photo, or store it in a cloud note. The paper record must remain entirely offline to eliminate digital theft risks.<br><br><br>Test your recorded phrase before depositing significant funds. Use the SafePal wallet's "Restore Wallet" function to verify the paper backup works correctly. Only after successful restoration should you consider the backup complete and reliable.<br><br><br><br>Adding a Custom Passphrase to Your Current Safepal Recovery Phrase<br><br>Open your Safepal app and navigate to the wallet you want to enhance. Tap on the wallet's settings icon, then select Advanced Settings.<br><br><br>Find and choose the option for Passphrase or Hidden Wallet. The interface will clearly explain that this feature adds a 13th word to your 12-word seed, creating a completely new set of accounts.<br><br><br>Enter a unique, strong passphrase you will never forget. This is case-sensitive and can include spaces. For example, "BlueCoffeeTable!2024" is stronger than a single common word. Confirm the passphrase exactly.<br><br><br>Your app will generate a new wallet address derived from your original seed phrase plus the custom passphrase. This new wallet will be empty; you must send funds to it from your standard wallet or another source.<br><br><br>Access this hidden wallet later by selecting Add Wallet >Import Wallet >Recover with Secret Recovery Phrase. Enter your original 12 words, then enable the passphrase toggle and enter your custom phrase.<br><br><br>Treat your passphrase with the same security as your seed phrase. Anyone with your 12 words and this passphrase controls the assets in the hidden wallet. Losing the passphrase means losing access to those funds permanently.<br><br><br><br>Restoring Your Wallet Using Both the Seed Phrase and an Additional Passphrase<br><br>Select "I have a Secret Recovery Phrase" in the SafePal app, then tap "Advanced Options" before you enter your words.<br><br><br>You will see a toggle for "Passphrase" or "13th/25th word." Activate this option. Carefully type your standard 12 or 24-word seed phrase in the exact order.<br><br><br>In the new field that appears, enter your additional passphrase. This is case-sensitive; "Wallet1" and "wallet1" generate completely different addresses. Double-check each character for accuracy.<br><br><br>Proceed to the next step. The app will derive a new set of wallet addresses. These will be different from the addresses created by your seed phrase alone.<br><br><br>Verify the restored wallet's public address matches the one you used before. A single incorrect character in the passphrase leads to a valid, but empty, wallet. If you see zero balances, return and re-enter your passphrase with precise spelling and case.<br><br><br>Treat the passphrase with the same security level as your seed phrase. Without it, the standard seed phrase cannot access these specific funds.<br><br><br><br>FAQ:<br><br><br>I lost my extension word. Can I still recover my wallet with just the 12-word seed phrase?<br><br>Yes, you can. The standard 12 or 24-word seed phrase is the core of your wallet recovery. The extension word (sometimes called a passphrase) is an optional, extra layer of security. If you added one and now lost it, you can still access your original wallet by recovering with just the main seed phrase. However, it's critical to understand that the extension word creates a completely separate wallet. So, recovering without it will give you access to your "standard" wallet, not the one protected by the extension. Any funds held in the extension-word wallet will remain inaccessible without that exact extra word.<br><br><br><br>Is the extension word the same as my wallet password or PIN?<br><br>No, they are fundamentally different. Your wallet's PIN or password protects the physical device or app on your phone. The extension word is part of your secret recovery phrase itself. It modifies the master key generated by your seed words. Think of it this way: the PIN locks the door to your wallet, while the extension word changes the blueprint of the vault inside. You need the PIN to use the app, but you need the seed phrase plus the correct extension word to rebuild your entire wallet from scratch on a new device.<br><br><br><br>How do I actually add an extension word when setting up my SafePal?<br><br>During the initial setup or when recovering a wallet, the SafePal hardware device will guide you through writing down your standard seed phrase. After that process, it will explicitly ask if you want to add an extra passphrase. You must select "Yes." The device will then prompt you to enter and confirm this custom word. It is not provided by the device; you must invent it. Write it down separately from your main seed phrase. The wallet you then access will be the one secured by both the seed and this extra word.<br><br><br><br>What happens if I enter the wrong extension word?<br><br>If you enter a wrong extension word during recovery, the process will still complete, and you will access a valid wallet. However, it will be an empty wallet with a zero balance. This is because even a tiny change in the extension word generates a totally different set of private keys and addresses. The system cannot tell you the word is "wrong"; it simply builds the wallet corresponding to the seed phrase *plus* the exact characters you entered. This is why precision is mandatory—capitalization, spaces, and spelling all form part of the word.<br><br><br><br>Can I use a sentence or multiple words as my extension?<br><br>Technically, yes. The "extension word" field can accept a string of characters, including spaces. You could use a short phrase. But this increases risk. More complexity means a higher chance of writing it down incorrectly or forgetting the exact formatting. A single, uncommon but memorable word is often more reliable. If you use a phrase, you must record the exact sequence, including the number and placement of spaces, and use the same capitalization every time.<br><br><br><br>I've written down my 12-word Safepal recovery phrase. What exactly is this "extension word" or "passphrase" I see mentioned, and do I need to use it?<br><br>The extension word, often called a 13th or 25th word, is actually a separate security feature called a passphrase. It's not automatically part of your standard 12 or 24-word seed phrase. Think of it this way: your standard seed phrase recovers your standard wallet. Adding a custom passphrase creates a completely new, hidden wallet. All your standard seed phrase wallets remain accessible without it. You only need this passphrase if you intentionally created a "hidden wallet" within your Safepal app. Many users never set one up. If you did not create one, you can ignore this feature during recovery. If you did create one and forget it, the hidden wallet and all assets within it cannot be recovered by any means.<br><br><br><br>During recovery, [https://safepal-extension.cc/blog/understanding-seed-phrases.php safepal recovery seed phrase] asked for a "passphrase" after I entered my 12 words. I don't remember setting one. What happens if I leave it blank or enter something wrong?<br><br>If you didn't intentionally set up a hidden wallet, you should leave the passphrase field completely blank and proceed. Entering your correct 12-word seed phrase with a blank passphrase will recover your original, standard wallet. If you enter any character—a single letter, a space, or a wrong word—in that field, the app will generate a totally different wallet address. This new wallet will be empty because it's not the one you used before. This is a common source of confusion. If this happens, don't panic. Simply restart the recovery process from the beginning and ensure the passphrase field is left empty. Your funds are safe in the wallet accessed by the seed phrase alone.<br><br><br><br>Reviews<br><br>James Carter<br>Ah, the classic "add more words to your secret phrase" trick. Because 12 words just wasn't enough paranoia. So now, instead of just guarding one piece of paper with my financial soul on it, I get to guard two. Or better yet, write a whole sentence. "My cat likes 3am zoomies and cheap tuna" – yeah, that's a solid financial foundation. The guide is clear, I'll give it that. And sure, it probably adds security. But let's be real: this is mostly for the folks who already lie awake at night thinking about seed phrase theft. Now they can lose sleep over whether "extension" means the 13th word or a separate 25th. I'll do it, because I'm a coward about crypto. But I'm not gonna pretend I feel smarter. I just feel like I have one more thing to inevitably lose.<br><br><br>AuroraB<br>Sweetie, your seed phrase is your money. Losing it means losing everything forever. This guide shows a simple trick to add extra words only you know. Do it now, before regret finds you. Protect your future, honey. You deserve that peace.<br><br><br>Oliver Chen<br>Anyone else amazed how a few extra words can make our crypto so much safer? Simple genius, right?<br><br><br>Henry<br>So, after following these meticulous steps to extend my seed phrase, I am theoretically now a master of my cryptographic destiny? And if this elegant procedure somehow results in me accidentally donating my life savings to a wallet labeled "not_a_scam.pot," the soothing knowledge that I followed an expert guide will be my only consolation, correct? Truly, what could possibly go wrong when manually manipulating the single most critical piece of data in my entire financial existence? I feel so… secure.<br><br><br>Zoe Williams<br>Sweetie, just follow the simple steps! It’s so easy to keep your coins safe. You’ve got this, honey! 💖<br><br><br>Mateo Rossi<br>My seed phrase is 24 words. You all really trust adding MORE? Who’s tried this and didn’t get drained? Be honest.
Заголовок: Safepal wallet extension setup guide and recovery steps<br>Описание:<br><br>Install and Configure Your Safepal Wallet Extension Complete Setup and Recovery Process<br><br>Install the Safepal Wallet Extension directly from the official Chrome Web Store or the official Safepal website. This step protects you from counterfeit software designed to steal your assets. Once you add the extension to your browser, click its icon and select "Create Wallet" to begin.<br><br><br>Your screen will display a unique 12-word secret recovery phrase. Write these words down in the exact order they appear, using pen and paper. Store this physical copy in a secure location, separate from any digital device. The extension will ask you to confirm the phrase by selecting the words in sequence; this ensures your backup is accurate.<br><br><br>After verifying the phrase, establish a strong password for your extension access. This password encrypts the wallet data locally on your device. While it allows for daily transactions, remember it cannot restore your wallet on a new device–only your secret recovery phrase holds that power.<br><br><br>Should you need to recover your wallet, perhaps on a new computer, open the extension and choose "Import Wallet." Enter your 12-word phrase precisely, maintaining the original word order and spacing. The system will then rebuild your complete portfolio, restoring access to all your connected assets and transaction history.<br><br><br><br>Installing the Extension and Creating a New Wallet<br><br>Open the Chrome Web Store and search for "SafePal". Select the official SafePal Wallet Extension and click 'Add to Chrome'. Confirm the installation by clicking 'Add extension' in the pop-up dialog. A new icon will appear in your browser's toolbar.<br><br><br>Click the SafePal icon and choose 'Create Wallet'. You will see a prompt to set a strong password. This password encrypts your extension's local data; it does not recover your wallet on its own. Make it unique and store it separately.<br><br><br>Next, the system will generate your Secret Recovery Phrase. This 12-word phrase is the master key to your funds. Write each word down in the exact order on the provided backup card or another physical medium. Confirm you have saved it by selecting the words in the correct sequence when prompted.<br><br><br>After verifying the phrase, your wallet is ready. The extension will display your main wallet address. Consider sending a small test transaction first to confirm everything works. You can now explore the interface to manage assets, connect to dApps, or adjust security settings.<br><br><br><br>Connecting Your Existing Hardware Device to the Safepal Extension<br><br>Ensure your Safepal S1 hardware wallet is fully charged and powered on before you begin.<br><br><br>Open the Safepal browser extension and click the 'Connect Hardware Wallet' button. Select 'Safepal Hardware Wallet' from the list of available options.<br><br><br>You will see a QR code displayed on your computer screen. Now, open the 'WalletConnect' application directly on your Safepal S1 device. Use the device's camera to scan the QR code shown in the extension. This creates a secure, encrypted connection between your hardware wallet and the browser interface.<br><br><br>Your device will ask you to confirm the connection; verify the details and approve it using the physical button on your S1. The extension will then synchronize and display your wallet balances and transaction history.<br><br><br>All transaction signing happens directly on your S1 device. When you initiate a send transaction in the extension, it will generate another QR code. Scan this code with your hardware wallet to review and physically approve the transaction details, keeping your private keys completely offline.<br><br><br>If the connection drops, simply close and reopen the WalletConnect app on your S1 device and scan a new QR code from the extension. This process maintains security without re-importing any sensitive data.<br><br><br><br>Restoring an Account Using Your Secret Recovery Phrase<br><br>Open your SafePal extension and click the "Create Wallet" button. You will see two options; select "I Already Have a Wallet".<br><br><br>Choose "Software Wallet" and then click on "Restore with Secret Recovery Phrase". Carefully type your 12 or 24-word phrase into the field, ensuring each word is spelled correctly and in the exact order. For security, manually enter the words instead of copying and pasting them.<br><br><br>Set a strong password for your extension. This password encrypts your wallet locally and is required every time you access it or confirm transactions.<br><br><br>After confirming, your wallet will connect to the blockchain and synchronize. All your accounts and assets linked to that recovery phrase will reappear. You can then rename the wallet for easy identification.<br><br><br>If you restored your wallet but see an empty balance, don't worry. The extension may default to a different network. Use the network selector to check your assets on each blockchain you previously used, like BNB Smart Chain, Ethereum, or Polygon.<br><br><br><br>FAQ:<br><br><br>I installed the [https://safepal-extension.cc/blog/safepal-app-features.php Safepal extension], but the icon is gray and won't open. What should I do?<br><br>This is a common first-step issue. The gray icon usually means the extension is installed but not yet initialized. You need to click on the gray icon in your browser's toolbar. A new tab will open, presenting you with the initial setup screen. From there, you can choose to "Create Wallet" or "Import Wallet." The extension will only become active and show its full interface after you complete this first setup process within that tab.<br><br><br><br>What's the difference between creating a new wallet and importing one during setup?<br><br>Creating a new wallet generates a brand new set of secret recovery phrases and private keys. This is for users who don't have an existing crypto wallet. Importing a wallet is for users who already have a wallet, either from Safepal or another service. You import it using your existing 12, 18, or 24-word secret recovery phrase. The extension then restores access to all the assets and transaction history associated with that phrase.<br><br><br><br>I wrote down my recovery phrase, but now I need to restore my wallet. What are the exact steps in the extension?<br><br>Open the Safepal extension and click "Import Wallet." Select the type of phrase you have (12, 18, or 24 words). Carefully type your words in the exact order, with a single space between each word. Double-check for spelling errors. After entering the phrase, you will be prompted to set a new wallet password for the extension's local security. Once confirmed, your wallet and all its associated addresses and assets will be fully accessible in the extension.<br><br><br><br>Is my recovery phrase stored anywhere on my computer or browser after I set up the Safepal extension?<br><br>No, the Safepal extension does not store your plain-text recovery phrase on your computer, browser storage, or in the cloud. The phrase is encrypted locally with your wallet password and remains only in your secured memory. This is why writing it down on physical paper is stressed so heavily. If you forget your wallet password, you can only regain access by using your physical recovery phrase to re-import the wallet, as the extension itself cannot retrieve or reset the password.<br><br><br><br>I'm switching to a new computer. How do I move my Safepal extension wallet safely?<br><br>Moving your wallet requires your secret recovery phrase, not just the browser extension files. On your old computer, ensure you have your recovery phrase physically written down. On the new computer, install the Safepal browser extension from the official store. Choose "Import Wallet" and enter your recovery phrase. This process recreates your wallet's keys on the new device. For security, you should also clear your browsing data or uninstall the extension from the old computer once you confirm access on the new one.

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Заголовок: Safepal wallet extension setup guide and recovery steps
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Install and Configure Your Safepal Wallet Extension Complete Setup and Recovery Process

Install the Safepal Wallet Extension directly from the official Chrome Web Store or the official Safepal website. This step protects you from counterfeit software designed to steal your assets. Once you add the extension to your browser, click its icon and select "Create Wallet" to begin.


Your screen will display a unique 12-word secret recovery phrase. Write these words down in the exact order they appear, using pen and paper. Store this physical copy in a secure location, separate from any digital device. The extension will ask you to confirm the phrase by selecting the words in sequence; this ensures your backup is accurate.


After verifying the phrase, establish a strong password for your extension access. This password encrypts the wallet data locally on your device. While it allows for daily transactions, remember it cannot restore your wallet on a new device–only your secret recovery phrase holds that power.


Should you need to recover your wallet, perhaps on a new computer, open the extension and choose "Import Wallet." Enter your 12-word phrase precisely, maintaining the original word order and spacing. The system will then rebuild your complete portfolio, restoring access to all your connected assets and transaction history.



Installing the Extension and Creating a New Wallet

Open the Chrome Web Store and search for "SafePal". Select the official SafePal Wallet Extension and click 'Add to Chrome'. Confirm the installation by clicking 'Add extension' in the pop-up dialog. A new icon will appear in your browser's toolbar.


Click the SafePal icon and choose 'Create Wallet'. You will see a prompt to set a strong password. This password encrypts your extension's local data; it does not recover your wallet on its own. Make it unique and store it separately.


Next, the system will generate your Secret Recovery Phrase. This 12-word phrase is the master key to your funds. Write each word down in the exact order on the provided backup card or another physical medium. Confirm you have saved it by selecting the words in the correct sequence when prompted.


After verifying the phrase, your wallet is ready. The extension will display your main wallet address. Consider sending a small test transaction first to confirm everything works. You can now explore the interface to manage assets, connect to dApps, or adjust security settings.



Connecting Your Existing Hardware Device to the Safepal Extension

Ensure your Safepal S1 hardware wallet is fully charged and powered on before you begin.


Open the Safepal browser extension and click the 'Connect Hardware Wallet' button. Select 'Safepal Hardware Wallet' from the list of available options.


You will see a QR code displayed on your computer screen. Now, open the 'WalletConnect' application directly on your Safepal S1 device. Use the device's camera to scan the QR code shown in the extension. This creates a secure, encrypted connection between your hardware wallet and the browser interface.


Your device will ask you to confirm the connection; verify the details and approve it using the physical button on your S1. The extension will then synchronize and display your wallet balances and transaction history.


All transaction signing happens directly on your S1 device. When you initiate a send transaction in the extension, it will generate another QR code. Scan this code with your hardware wallet to review and physically approve the transaction details, keeping your private keys completely offline.


If the connection drops, simply close and reopen the WalletConnect app on your S1 device and scan a new QR code from the extension. This process maintains security without re-importing any sensitive data.



Restoring an Account Using Your Secret Recovery Phrase

Open your SafePal extension and click the "Create Wallet" button. You will see two options; select "I Already Have a Wallet".


Choose "Software Wallet" and then click on "Restore with Secret Recovery Phrase". Carefully type your 12 or 24-word phrase into the field, ensuring each word is spelled correctly and in the exact order. For security, manually enter the words instead of copying and pasting them.


Set a strong password for your extension. This password encrypts your wallet locally and is required every time you access it or confirm transactions.


After confirming, your wallet will connect to the blockchain and synchronize. All your accounts and assets linked to that recovery phrase will reappear. You can then rename the wallet for easy identification.


If you restored your wallet but see an empty balance, don't worry. The extension may default to a different network. Use the network selector to check your assets on each blockchain you previously used, like BNB Smart Chain, Ethereum, or Polygon.



FAQ:


I installed the Safepal extension, but the icon is gray and won't open. What should I do?

This is a common first-step issue. The gray icon usually means the extension is installed but not yet initialized. You need to click on the gray icon in your browser's toolbar. A new tab will open, presenting you with the initial setup screen. From there, you can choose to "Create Wallet" or "Import Wallet." The extension will only become active and show its full interface after you complete this first setup process within that tab.



What's the difference between creating a new wallet and importing one during setup?

Creating a new wallet generates a brand new set of secret recovery phrases and private keys. This is for users who don't have an existing crypto wallet. Importing a wallet is for users who already have a wallet, either from Safepal or another service. You import it using your existing 12, 18, or 24-word secret recovery phrase. The extension then restores access to all the assets and transaction history associated with that phrase.



I wrote down my recovery phrase, but now I need to restore my wallet. What are the exact steps in the extension?

Open the Safepal extension and click "Import Wallet." Select the type of phrase you have (12, 18, or 24 words). Carefully type your words in the exact order, with a single space between each word. Double-check for spelling errors. After entering the phrase, you will be prompted to set a new wallet password for the extension's local security. Once confirmed, your wallet and all its associated addresses and assets will be fully accessible in the extension.



Is my recovery phrase stored anywhere on my computer or browser after I set up the Safepal extension?

No, the Safepal extension does not store your plain-text recovery phrase on your computer, browser storage, or in the cloud. The phrase is encrypted locally with your wallet password and remains only in your secured memory. This is why writing it down on physical paper is stressed so heavily. If you forget your wallet password, you can only regain access by using your physical recovery phrase to re-import the wallet, as the extension itself cannot retrieve or reset the password.



I'm switching to a new computer. How do I move my Safepal extension wallet safely?

Moving your wallet requires your secret recovery phrase, not just the browser extension files. On your old computer, ensure you have your recovery phrase physically written down. On the new computer, install the Safepal browser extension from the official store. Choose "Import Wallet" and enter your recovery phrase. This process recreates your wallet's keys on the new device. For security, you should also clear your browsing data or uninstall the extension from the old computer once you confirm access on the new one.

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