Topics covered:
When to use this guide: key scenarios for wallet recovery
Step-by-step process to restore your Trust Wallet
Backup process for securing your Recovery Phrase
Special cases: Swift wallets and alternative recovery methods
Post-recovery tips to keep your wallet secure
Introduction
Trust Wallet uses a 12-word Recovery Phrase (also called a seed phrase or secret phrase) to protect and restore your wallet. This phrase is your master key, it gives you access to all the coins and tokens stored in your wallet. Trust Wallet also supports Swift wallets, which use a passkey instead of a Recovery Phrase for recovery and access.
This guide will walk you through when and how to restore your wallet, and what steps you should take afterward to keep it safe.
When to Use This Guide: Key Scenarios for Wallet Recovery
You may need to restore your Trust Wallet in the following situations:
Reinstalled the Trust Wallet app, if you deleted or reinstalled the app on your device.
Accidentally deleted your wallet, and need to bring it back.
Using a new device, if you switched to a new phone or tablet.
Accessing your wallet on multiple devices, to manage the same wallet across your devices.
Important: Always download Trust Wallet from official sources (App Store, Google Play, or trustwallet.com). Using unofficial apps puts your funds at risk.
Step-by-Step Process to Restore Your Trust Wallet Follow these steps to restore your wallet using your 12-word Recovery Phrase:
Backup Process
Before restoring your wallet, ensure you have backed up your Recovery Phrase:
Open Trust Wallet and select the wallet you want to back up by tapping its name.
Tap the three dots (ellipsis) menu and choose "Manual Backup."
Write down the 12-word Recovery Phrase in the correct order and store it securely offline. Never share this phrase with anyone.
Open the Trust Wallet app.
Select I already have a wallet.
Trust Wallet mobile app welcome screen showing the I already have a wallet button
Choose Secret Phrase as your recovery method.
Trust Wallet mobile app recovery method selection screen showing the Secret Phrase option
Carefully read and check all items under "Check your secret phrase is safe", then tap Continue.
Trust Wallet mobile app showing the Check your secret phrase is safe checklist with the Continue button
Select Multi-coin wallet (recommended).
Trust Wallet mobile app wallet type selection screen showing the Multi-coin wallet option
Enter a wallet name of your choice.
Type in your 12-word Recovery Phrase exactly as it was originally written. Correct spelling and word order are required for the restore to succeed.
Trust Wallet mobile app secret phrase entry screen showing 12 input fields to type the recovery phrase words in order
Tap Restore wallet. Your wallet and all supported assets will now be restored and visible in Trust Wallet.
Never share your Recovery Phrase with anyone. Anyone with access to it can take full control of your wallet and funds.
Post-Recovery Tips to Keep Your Wallet Secure
Once your wallet is restored, take these steps to maintain strong security:
Multi-coin wallet convenience: Restoring a Multi-coin wallet automatically gives you access to all your assets in one place. You do not need to manage individual private keys for each asset.
Keep your Recovery Phrase backed up offline: Store your Recovery Phrase securely offline (on paper or a hardware backup). Do not store it in emails, cloud services, or screenshots. Losing your Recovery Phrase means permanently losing access to your wallet.
Update regularly: Always use the latest version of Trust Wallet for the newest features and security improvements. Download safely at trustwallet.com/download.
If you lose your Recovery Phrase, it cannot be recovered: Losing your Recovery Phrase means permanently losing access to your wallet and funds.
Conclusion
Restoring your Trust Wallet is a straightforward and secure process as long as you have your 12-word Recovery Phrase. By following the steps in this guide and keeping your Recovery Phrase safe, you will always have access to your assets no matter what happens to your device.
Stay vigilant, keep your Recovery Phrase secure, and your crypto will remain safe in your hands.