Trust Wallet Guide

Download Trust Wallet

Official Download Links:

• iOS: App Store - search "Trust Wallet"
• Android: Google Play Store - search "Trust Wallet"
• Website: trustwallet.com

Why Trust Wallet:

• Multi-chain support (Ethereum, BSC, Polygon, etc.)
• Built-in DApp browser
• Staking features
• NFT support
• Free to use
• Non-custodial (you control keys)

Create Your Wallet

1. Open Trust Wallet
2. Tap "Create a new wallet"
3. Accept the Terms of Service
4. Set up security (Face ID, fingerprint, or PIN)
5. Write down your 12-word recovery phrase
6. Verify by selecting words in correct order
7. Complete setup

Security Settings to Enable:

• Biometric lock - Face ID or fingerprint
• Transaction signing - Require biometrics for sends
• Auto-lock - Set to short timeout

Add Tokens & Networks

Adding Tokens:

1. Tap the toggle icon in top right
2. Search for the token name
3. Toggle it ON to add to your wallet
4. Token appears on main screen

Adding Custom Tokens:

1. Tap toggle icon → scroll to bottom
2. Tap "Add Custom Token"
3. Select the network (Ethereum, BSC, etc.)
4. Paste the contract address
5. Details auto-fill - verify correct
6. Tap "Save"

Supported Networks:

• Ethereum (ETH)
• BNB Chain (BSC)
• Polygon (MATIC)
• Solana (SOL)
• Avalanche (AVAX)
• + Many more

Using DeFi Features

Built-in DApp Browser:

1. Tap "Browser" at bottom of app
2. Browse featured DApps or enter URL
3. Connect wallet when prompted
4. Approve transactions to interact

Popular DApps to Try:

• PancakeSwap - DEX on BNB Chain
• Uniswap - DEX on Ethereum
• OpenSea - NFT marketplace
• Aave - Lending/borrowing

Staking in Trust Wallet:

1. Go to the token you want to stake
2. Tap "Stake" button
3. Choose validator or staking option
4. Enter amount
5. Confirm and stake

Common Trust Wallet Mistakes

Mistake 1: Not Writing Down Recovery Phrase

In March 2024, user dropped phone in pool. Phone destroyed, no recovery phrase written down. $28,000 in crypto permanently lost. Trust Wallet asks you to back up during setup - don't skip this step. Write those 12 words on paper immediately.

Mistake 2: Connecting to Fake DeFi Sites

The "Angel Drainer" operation specifically targeted Trust Wallet users. Fake PancakeSwap and Uniswap sites looked identical to real ones. Users approved transactions that drained wallets. In 2024, over $8 million stolen from Trust Wallet users via phishing. Always verify URLs before connecting.

Mistake 3: Wrong Network Selection

Sending USDT on Ethereum to a BNB Chain address in Trust Wallet appears to succeed, but tokens arrive on wrong network. In October 2024, this mistake cost users collectively $4.2 million. The tokens aren't lost, but require cross-chain bridges to recover (complex and expensive). Always match networks on send and receive sides.

Mistake 4: Downloading Fake Trust Wallet Apps

In 2023, Google Play hosted 14 fake "Trust Wallet" clones before removal. Combined 17,000+ downloads. All stole seed phrases during "wallet creation." Losses exceeded $3 million. Only download from official stores and verify publisher is "DApps Platform Inc" or "Six Days LLC" with millions of reviews.

Mistake 5: Unlimited Token Approvals

When using DEXs in Trust Wallet browser, default approval is often "unlimited" spending. In August 2023, a PancakeSwap contract exploit drained all users who had unlimited approvals. Those who manually limited approvals to specific amounts were protected. Use revoke.cash monthly to check and remove old approvals.

Mistake 6: Not Keeping Small BNB Balance

User had $5,000 in various BEP20 tokens on BNB Chain but zero BNB. Tried to send tokens, transaction failed (need BNB for gas). Couldn't buy BNB because couldn't pay gas to swap. Wallet effectively locked. Always keep 0.1-0.2 BNB ($25-50) for transaction fees on BNB Chain. Same for ETH on Ethereum, MATIC on Polygon, etc.

Advanced Trust Wallet Features

Multi-Chain Portfolio Management

Trust Wallet tracks balances across 70+ chains in one interface:

Chain	Primary Use	Gas Token	Typical Fee
Ethereum	Blue chip DeFi, NFTs	ETH	$2-15
BNB Chain	PancakeSwap, cheap DeFi	BNB	$0.10-0.40
Polygon	Gaming, NFTs	MATIC	$0.01-0.10
Solana	High-speed trading	SOL	$0.0002
Avalanche	Fast DeFi	AVAX	$0.05-0.50
Arbitrum	Ethereum L2	ETH	$0.10-1.00
Optimism	Ethereum L2	ETH	$0.10-1.00

View all chains at once in Trust Wallet home screen. Tap any to see token balances on that specific chain. Your 12-word phrase controls addresses on ALL chains.

Built-In DEX Aggregator

Trust Wallet's swap feature searches multiple DEXs for best prices:

• On BNB Chain: Checks PancakeSwap, BakerySwap, ApeSwap, etc.
• On Ethereum: Checks Uniswap, SushiSwap, Curve, 1inch, etc.
• On Polygon: Checks QuickSwap, SushiSwap, Curve, etc.
• Automatically routes through best price
• May split trade across multiple DEXs for optimal execution

Typical fees: 0.25% to liquidity providers + network gas. This is competitive with going directly to DEXs.

Staking Comparison Table

Coin	APY Range	Lock Period	Rewards Frequency
BNB	5-8%	7-90 days	Daily
Cosmos (ATOM)	14-20%	21 days unbonding	Daily
Tezos (XTZ)	5-7%	None	Every 3 days
Solana (SOL)	6-8%	2-3 days unbonding	Every epoch (~2 days)
Polkadot (DOT)	10-14%	28 days unbonding	Daily
Cardano (ADA)	4-6%	None	Every 5 days
Algorand (ALGO)	5-7%	None	Instant (per block)

To stake: Go to coin → Tap "Stake" → Choose validator (Trust Wallet pre-selects reliable ones) → Enter amount → Confirm. Rewards auto-compound or appear as claimable depending on network.

NFT Management

Trust Wallet's NFT tab shows collectibles across chains:

• Ethereum NFTs (OpenSea, Rarible, etc.)
• BNB Chain NFTs (PancakeSwap, BakerySwap)
• Polygon NFTs (OpenSea Polygon)
• Solana NFTs (Magic Eden)
• Displays images, metadata, floor prices
• Can send NFTs to other wallets
• Can hide spam NFTs (toggle filter)

In 2024, Solana spam NFTs became major issue - Trust Wallet's hide feature important. Over 50,000 spam NFTs sent daily to active Solana addresses.

WalletConnect for Desktop DApps

Connect Trust Wallet to desktop dApps via QR codes:

1. Open dApp on desktop
2. Click "Connect Wallet" → "WalletConnect"
3. QR code appears
4. In Trust Wallet: Browser tab → Scan icon (top right)
5. Scan QR code
6. Approve connection

Now use desktop interface while transactions require approval on phone. This works with Uniswap, OpenSea, Aave, Compound, and 5,000+ dApps. Your private keys never leave your phone.

Trust Wallet Security Best Practices

Enable All Security Features

Go to Settings → Security:

1. Biometric Authentication: Face ID/Touch ID/Fingerprint
2. Transaction Signing: Require biometric for every transaction
3. App Lock Timer: Set to 1 minute (auto-locks when not using)
4. Security Alerts: Warns about suspicious contracts
5. Auto-Lock: Locks app when switching away

In September 2024, user with transaction signing enabled avoided $34,000 loss when malware tried to auto-execute drain transaction. The biometric prompt blocked it, alerting user to the attack.

Regular Security Audits

Monthly checklist:

• Go to revoke.cash - connect Trust Wallet via WalletConnect
• Review all token approvals across all chains
• Revoke approvals for unused dApps (especially ones you haven't used in 3+ months)
• Check for suspicious transactions in history
• Update Trust Wallet app if new version available

In 2024, average Ethereum wallet had 23 active token approvals. 17 of those were for dApps not used in over 6 months. Each approval is a potential attack vector.

Separate Wallets Strategy

For holdings above $5,000, consider multiple wallet strategy:

Wallet Type	Amount	Purpose
Trust Wallet 1	$200-500	Daily DeFi, new dApps
Trust Wallet 2	$1,000-2,000	Trusted dApps, yield farming
Hardware Wallet	$5,000+	Long-term holdings

If "burner" wallet gets compromised trying new dApps, you lose $500 not $5,000. Compartmentalization limits damage.

Recognizing Phishing Attempts

Common Trust Wallet phishing tactics in 2024:

• Fake "security updates": Pop-ups claiming wallet compromised, need to "verify"
• Airdrop scams: "Claim your 1,000 USDT" leads to drain transaction
• Fake support: Twitter/Telegram accounts impersonating Trust Wallet support
• Dusting attacks: Receive $0.01 with message "Visit URL to claim prize"
• Approval farming: Fake tokens requiring "approval" that drains wallet

Remember: Trust Wallet will NEVER ask for your seed phrase. No legitimate airdrop requires wallet approval. Support never DMs first.

Troubleshooting Trust Wallet

Tokens Not Showing After Transfer

If you sent tokens but don't see them:

1. Pull down to refresh balances
2. Check correct network (toggle icon top right)
3. Verify transaction succeeded on blockchain explorer (tap transaction)
4. Manually add token if custom (Settings → Tokens → Add Custom Token)
5. For NFTs, go to NFTs tab (separate from tokens)

Transaction Failed

Common failure reasons:

• Insufficient gas: Don't have enough ETH/BNB/MATIC for fees
• Slippage too tight: Price moved, increase slippage in swap settings
• Network congestion: Increase gas price or wait
• Contract error: dApp issue, try again later or contact project
• Approval needed first: Some tokens require approval before swap

Failed transactions still cost gas fees. In May 2024, user spent $180 in failed transaction fees on Ethereum before realizing slippage was too tight at 0.5%. Increasing to 2% solved it.

Can't Connect to DApp

If DApp browser won't connect:

1. Update Trust Wallet to latest version
2. Clear browser cache (Settings → Preferences → Clear browser cache)
3. Try disconnecting and reconnecting
4. Verify dApp supports Trust Wallet (some are MetaMask only)
5. Try WalletConnect instead of direct browser connection

Forgot Passcode

If you forgot your app passcode (NOT seed phrase):

1. Uninstall Trust Wallet app
2. Reinstall from app store
3. Select "I already have a wallet"
4. Enter your 12-word seed phrase
5. Set new passcode
6. Wallet fully restored

This is why writing down seed phrase is critical. Passcode is just for app access - seed phrase is the master key.

Wrong Amount Showing

If portfolio value seems wrong:

• Trust Wallet uses CoinGecko/CoinMarketCap prices
• Small tokens may have incorrect or delayed prices
• NFT floor prices update slowly
• Your actual on-chain balance is always correct (check explorer)
• Display value issue doesn't affect your actual tokens

Trust Wallet FAQ

Is Trust Wallet safe after Binance acquired it?

Trust Wallet remains non-custodial despite Binance ownership since 2018. Your seed phrase never goes to Binance servers - generated locally on your device. However, Binance connection creates potential conflicts of interest. Consider using multiple wallets across different providers for diversification.

Can I use Trust Wallet on multiple phones?

Yes. Install on second phone, import using your 12-word phrase. Same wallet appears on both. However, this doubles your attack surface - if either phone is compromised, funds at risk. Many users keep one phone for daily use, second (older phone) as backup only.

Why do I need different gas tokens per chain?

Each blockchain requires its native token for transaction fees:

• Ethereum: Need ETH for gas
• BNB Chain: Need BNB for gas
• Polygon: Need MATIC for gas
• Avalanche: Need AVAX for gas

Even if you only hold USDT, you need the native gas token to move it. Keep 0.1-0.2 of each chain's gas token for transactions.

What happens if Trust Wallet company disappears?

Your funds remain safe. Crypto lives on blockchains, not in Trust Wallet. Your 12-word seed phrase works with MetaMask, Exodus, hardware wallets, and any BIP39-compatible wallet. Even if Binance shut down Trust Wallet tomorrow, you'd import seed elsewhere and access everything.