Create a wallet

To get started on Winery Swap, the first thing you'll need is to set up a wallet that supports BNB Smart Chain (BSC). Wallets are available both on desktop computers and on smartphone devices.

The first step to enjoying our services is to own a digital wallet that supports Binance Smart Chain and you can easily do so by downloading the latest wallet extension and installing it on your web browsers. You'll need to choose the wallet that fits your needs best.

When you're setting up a wallet, be sure to:

• ✅ Download and install only the latest version from an official source.

• ✅ Follow the setup guide carefully.

• ✅ Safely back up your recovery phrases.

• ❌ NEVER share your recovery phrases with anyone, under any circumstances.

• ❌ NEVER input your recovery phrase to a website or app, other than your wallet app.

Smartphone/Mobile or Desktop wallet?

Mobile device wallets and desktop-based wallets have different strengths and weaknesses. Consider which fits your needs better to help decide which type of wallet to use.

	Mobile	Desktop
Use anywhere	✅	➖
Easy to use	✅	➖
More secure	➖	✅
Accessibility friendly	➖	✅
Damage/loss/theft resistant	➖	✅
Power/connection outage resistant	✅	➖

Smartphone/Mobile wallets

Smartphone/Mobile wallets allow you to access your crypto almost anywhere. Wallets are available on both Android and iOS devices.

Which mobile wallet should I choose?

This comparison table gives an overview of the most popular mobile wallets used with Winery Swap.

	Trust Wallet	MetaMask	Token Pocket	SafePal
BNB Smart Chain support	✅	⚠️	✅	✅
Built-in DApp browser	✅ Android ⚠️ iOS	➖	✅	✅
Hardware wallet compatible	➖	✅	➖	🔶
Open source (auditability)	✅	✅	✅	➖
Interact with BscScan (for advanced users!)	➖	✅	➖	➖

⚠️ Requires some setup 🔶 Only supports SafePal hardware wallet

Trust Wallet

Trust Wallet is a popular wallet for smart devices. It supports DApps, NFT collectibles (with Opensea.io support), and in-wallet staking.

Pros:

• Open source for auditability

• Backed by the Binance cryptocurrency exchange

• Easily switch between several crypto networks

• Includes networks by default

• Includes in-wallet staking options

• Has additional features such as NFT collection, BNB staking, and DApp access within the wallet

Cons:

• Language tied to phone settings

• Limited DApps

• Transaction notifications can be delayed

MetaMask

MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports ERC20 (Ethereum network) and BEP2 & BEP20 (Binance Chain and BNB Smart Chain networks).

​Pros:

• Open source for auditability

• WEB3 capable on BscScan

• A strong history of security and reliability

• A large number of how-to guides and resources online

• Many tools and custom settings

• Offers ETH purchases with Transak

• Supports a very large number of languages

• Is also available a browser plugin for desktop devices

Cons:

• Longer setup time than other options

• Additional steps needed to use with BNB Smart Chain and PancakeSwap

• Extra information and settings may confuse beginners

Token Pocket

Token Pocket is a cryptocurrency management app that natively supports many cryptocurrency networks. It also has a desktop application available.

​Pros:

• Open source for auditability

• Allows users to easily switch between many crypto networks

• Supports many networks by default

• A less cramped user experience than browser plugin wallets

• Is also available as desktop software devices

Cons:

• Only supports Chinese and English languages

• Has some issues with the English translation

• Has fewer online resources than more established wallets

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SafePal is available as both a software and hardware wallet. The wallet is easy to install and create and comes ready to support BEP2 (Binance Chain) and BEP20 (BNB Smart Chain) right away.

Pros:

• Easily switch between several crypto networks

• Offers 25% fee discount paying with BNB (requires login)

• Has the option for Google Authenticator built-in

• Supports a large number of languages

• The setup process is very simple

• Is available as both a software and hardware wallet (work together)

• Supports NFTs on both the BSC and ETH networks

Cons:

• Isn't fully open source

• Has some features that are not yet ready for use (such as DeFi)

• Does not give user notifications

• Does not enforce strong security during initial setup and wallet creation

• Has fewer online resources than more established wallets

You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.

We recommend using MetaMask as your go-to wallet for your peace of mind and ease of use. However, there are certain rules you must follow to ensure your safety on the internet:

• Download and install only the latest version of the wallet and check if your wallet is up-to-date from time to time.

• Follow the guide carefully to set up a new wallet

• Safely back up your recovery phase in a safe location in case you forget the password.

• NEVER share your recovery phrase or private key with anyone to keep it secured

• NEVER input your recovery phrase or private key to any website or app, other than your wallet

Desktop/Web Browser wallets

Desktop wallets are available on your home computer or laptop computer. Wallets on your computer can run as standalone applications, or as web browser plugins for popular browsers like Chrome and Firefox.

Which desktop wallet should I choose?

This comparison table gives an overview of the most popular desktop wallets used with Winery Swap.

	MetaMask	Binance Wallet	Token Pocket
BNB Smart Chain support	⚠️	✅	⚠️
Built-in DApp browser	➖	➖	✅
Hardware wallet compatible	✅	✅	➖
Open source (auditability)	✅	✅	✅
Interact with BscScan (for advanced users!)	✅	➖	➖

⚠️ Requires additional setup

You can find more in-depth information about each wallet below, as well as download links and installation guides.

MetaMask

MetaMask is a very popular browser-based wallet plugin that supports ERC20 (Ethereum network) by default, and BEP2 & BEP20 (Binance Chain and BNB Smart Chain networks) with a little work.

​Pros:

• Open source for auditability

• WEB3 capable on BscScan

• A strong history of security and reliability

• A large number of how-to guides and resources online

• Many tools and custom settings

• Supports a very large number of languages

• Is also available on mobile devices

Cons:

• Longer setup time than other options

• Additional steps needed to use with BNB Smart Chain and Winery Swap

• Extra information and settings may confuse beginners

Binance Wallet

Binance Wallet is a browser-plugin wallet that natively supports the Binance Chain (BEP2) BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) networks. Binance Wallet was developed by the Binance cryptocurrency exchange.

​Pros:

• Open source for auditability

• Backed by the Binance cryptocurrency exchange

• Can be directly linked to a Binance or Gmail account

• A streamlined user experience

• Supports BNB Smart Chain by default, making using PancakeSwap easy

• Supports a large number of languages

• Hardware wallet compatible

Cons:

• Lacks some custom settings of other wallets

• Lack of additional tools makes some actions available in other wallets impossible

• Has fewer online resources than more established wallets

Token Pocket

Token Pocket is a standalone application available for both Mac OS and Win64 devices. Token Pocket allows you to manage your cryptocurrency in software independent of your browser.

​Pros:

• Open source for auditability

• Independent of your browser and any of its permissions

• Allows users to easily switch between many crypto networks

• Supports many networks by default

• A less cramped user experience than browser plugin wallets

• Is also available on mobile devices

Cons:

• Asks users to enter their private key as part of desktop setup process

• Only supports Chinese and English languages

• Has some issues with the English translation

• Has fewer online resources than more established wallets

**NEVER, in any situation, should you ever give someone your private key or recovery phrase ("seed phrase"). This will give someone complete access to your crypto!

The genuine Winery Swap site and staff will never ask you to input your seed phrase.**