Choosing the right wallet in web3 is crucial to navigating the onchain ecosystem safely and conveniently. As the number of wallets grows, selecting one that meets your needs and expectations can feel overwhelming. To simplify this, WalletConnect Foundation has introduced WalletGuide, the directory designed to help users find the best web3 wallets available.
So let’s dive in and learn how to find the right wallet for you.
What is WalletGuide and How Does it Work?
WalletGuide is a directory of over 450 wallets that helps you navigate a variety of onchain wallet offerings through the ability to filter and select options based on chain support, device availability and more. In addition, WalletGuide leverages WalletConnect Certified [link] to showcase the industry’s leading wallets that have been rewarded the WalletConnect Certified badge for their excellence across quality and industry standards, enabling you to easily detect which wallets are best suited to your needs, wherever you are in your onchain journey.
How to choose a crypto wallet?
- Filter wallets fit for you: WalletGuide allows users to filter by factors such as blockchain support, device compatibility (for example, mobile or desktop), and more. This lets you narrow down options to those that best suit your needs.
- Discover leading wallets: WalletGuide doesn’t just list wallets, it highlights wallets that uphold the highest standards for quality, features, and more. Wallets that provide exceptional service across security, UX, compliance, and more, can participate in the WalletConnect Certified program and become ‘WalletConnect Certified’ wallets. Wallets that achieve this certification are marked with a “gold tick,” making them easy to spot for users who prioritize security and quality.
- Find your new wallet with ease: WalletGuide’s pages are simple, clean, and to the point, making selecting a wallet – whether it be your first time or 10th time – headache-free and easily done in minutes. Forget sifting through endless reviews and technical jargon, WalletGuide gives you the details you need in a clear and accessible format.
Benefits of WalletConnect Certified Wallets
With WalletConnect Certified, WalletGuide goes beyond offering just a directory; it ensures quality and trust across wallets and their users. To earn this badge, wallets must pass strict assessments in several areas:
- Security: Certified wallets adhere to the latest security practices to protect users from hacks and fraud.
- UX: A user-friendly offering and smooth functionality are essential to certified wallets, making managing your crypto incredibly easy.
- Compliance: Certified wallets must stay aligned with current compliance standards, so users can confidently navigate web3.
Being able to easily detect certified wallets via the Certified Badge helps anyone searching for a new wallet both the time and effort of verifying these qualities themselves, adding confidence and simplicity to the journey of picking a wallet.
How to use WalletGuide:
Here’s a simple step-by-step process to use WalletGuide effectively:
Step 1: Find the right wallet for you, Identify your needs (What network do you need?), filter your options (Solana, Optimism or do you need your wallet on your phone) , look for the Gold Tick (WalletCertified.
Step 2: Tap on the wallets you like for more information
Step 3: Head to the wallet's website to begin setting up your new wallet
The Importance of a trusted wallet directory
2024 has brought in a wave of new apps and tools for users and builders to explore web3 on a whole new level. WalletGuide – previously WalletConnect Explorer – has been the bridge to exploring new onchain opportunities for over 50K users every single month, while the WalletConnect Network alone facilitates connections for more than 23 million users.
With such a fast pace of acceleration across the ecosystem, having a reliable source to find the right wallet is more important than ever. WalletGuide makes selecting the right wallet simple and secure, so you can focus on exploring web3 with confidence. Whether you're new to web3 or looking for a more feature-rich wallet, WalletGuide offers the tools and information you need.
Visit WalletGuide today and discover the wallet that best fits your onchain journey.