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Download Phantom Wallet Extension

Phantom Wallet is one of the most popular crypto wallets on the Solana blockchain. It allows users to send, receive, store, stake, and swap various tokens with ease. Along with its affordability, the wallet is well-known for its robust security features. Users can also interact seamlessly with NFT platforms, various decentralized finance (DeFi) applications, and games available on Solana. Additionally, Phantom Wallet maintains complete transparency regarding fees—there are no hidden charges.

A special thanks goes out to the Phantasma community, whose relentless testing and valuable feedback have been key in developing this guide. If you ever need real-time assistance, you can join the official Phantasma Telegram group. However, following the steps provided here should help you set up the wallet without any issues.

This guide covers the installation process on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Let’s dive in!

Table of Contents

Windows Installation Guide

macOS Installation Guide

inux Installation Guide

Step-by-Step PC Download & Installation Guide

Windows Installation Guide {#windows-installation-guide}

Download the Wallet

Visit the releases page at https://github.com/merl111/PhantomWallet/releases.

Locate the latest release (it should be at the top of the list).

Extract the Files

Scroll down to the Assets section.

Download the ZIP file tailored for Windows.

Once downloaded, unzip the file to a directory of your choice (for example, D:\Software\PhantomWallet\).

Upgrade Instructions

If you have a previous version installed, make sure to remove those files before proceeding with the new installation.

Running the Wallet

In Windows Explorer, navigate to your unzipped folder and go to \bin\PhantomWallet-win.

Launch the wallet by double-clicking the start.bat file.

Consider creating a desktop shortcut to quickly access the wallet. Simply right-click the executable, select “Create Shortcut,” and rename it if desired.

If prompted by Windows Defender SmartScreen, click “More Info” and then “Run anyway.”

Once started, a terminal window will appear, and your default web browser will open with the wallet interface.

Shutting Down

To exit, close both the terminal window and your browser.

macOS Installation Guide

Download the Wallet

Navigate to https://github.com/merl111/PhantomWallet/releases.

Click on the latest release located at the top of the page.

Extract the Files

Scroll down to the Assets section and download the file named similarly to “PhantomWallet-0–3–3.osx.zip” (the version number may vary).

Unzip the file to a location of your choosing.

If you are upgrading, be sure to remove the older version first.

Launching the Wallet

Open the Finder and go to “Applications” or the folder where the wallet was unzipped.

Open the Utilities folder from “Go” → “Utilities”.

Launch Terminal.

In Terminal, navigate to the PhantomWallet-osx directory by typing: cd /path/to/your/folder/bin/PhantomWallet-osx/

Start the wallet by executing: ./start.command

Your default browser should now open, displaying the wallet interface.

Linux Installation Guide

Prepare Your System

Open your terminal.

Update your system by running: sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade

Install Curl by executing: sudo apt install curl

Verify the installation: curl --version

Download .NET Core Runtime

Visit https://dotnet.microsoft.com/download/dotnet-core.

Download the latest recommended version of .NET Core 3.0 (or the current version as recommended).

Complete the Installation

Follow any additional prompts or instructions specific to your Linux distribution to finalize the setup of Phantom Wallet.

Step-by-Step PC Download & Installation Guide

Step 1: Open Your Browser

Use a compatible browser like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Brave.

Step 2: Visit the Official Website

Go to the official download page at https://phantom.app/download.

Ensure you are on the authentic website to avoid scams or phishing.

Step 3: Choose Your Browser

On the download page, select your browser by clicking the corresponding icon (e.g., “Add to Chrome”).

Step 4: Install the Browser Extension

You will be redirected to your browser’s extension store.

Click Add to [Your Browser] (for example, “Add to Chrome”).

Confirm the installation if prompted.

Step 5: Set Up the Phantom Wallet

Once installed, the Phantom icon will appear in your browser’s toolbar.

Click on the Phantom icon to start the wallet.

Follow the on-screen instructions:

Create a New Wallet: Set up your wallet with a strong password if you are a new user.

Save Your Recovery Phrase: Securely write down the 12-word Secret Recovery Phrase provided by Phantom.

Import an Existing Wallet: If you already have a wallet, choose this option and enter your recovery phrase.

Step 6: Start Using Phantom

With the wallet set up, you can begin managing your cryptocurrencies, interacting with dApps, and storing NFTs.

Access Phantom any time by clicking its icon in your browser toolbar.

Secure Usage Tips

Always download Phantom from the official website or your browser's verified store.

Keep your Secret Recovery Phrase secure and offline.

Ensure your browser is updated to the latest version for optimal performance and security.

This concludes the comprehensive guide for downloading and installing the Phantom Wallet Extension, whether on desktop or via a mobile app. Enjoy exploring the world of Solana with your new wallet!