How to Create an imKey Wallet?

This article provides a detailed guide on how users can create and back up their wallets after activating the imKey hardware wallet for the first time. By accurately recording and verifying the mnemonic phrase, users can ensure the security of their digital wallet.

After activating the device for the first time, users need to follow a series of steps to create and back up their wallet to ensure the security of their digital assets. Below is a detailed guide:

Note: If the device is not yet activated, refer to the instructions on how to activate imKey.

Creating a Wallet

1. On your imKey device, select "Create Wallet." Read the on-screen reminders and press the "OK" button to confirm.

2. Accurately write down each word in the correct order, and repeat this process until all 12 words have been backed up.

Note: The safest way to back up your mnemonic phrase is by using a physical medium. You can handwrite the mnemonic phrase on paper and then use a dedicated mnemonic phrase storage device to securely back it up.

3. When imKey displays "Please confirm the mnemonic phrase," press the "OK" button to confirm.

4. Use the up and down buttons to toggle and select the word corresponding to each number in the sequence, then press the "OK" button to confirm. Repeat this process until all 12 words have been verified.

5. At this point, imKey will automatically display "Wallet creation in progress, expected to complete in 2 minutes." Please wait patiently.

6. In imToken, click "Next" to proceed to the "Final Step" and import the application.