Wallet Guide

To stake your ADA, you'll need a compatible wallet. Here are our recommended options, all of which support delegation to stake pools like ADAvault.

Recommended Wallets

Lace

Lace is developed by IOG (the company behind Cardano) and offers a clean, user-friendly interface.

  • Type: Browser extension (Chrome, Brave, Edge)
  • Best for: Beginners and everyday use
  • Features: Built-in staking, NFT gallery, multi-account support

Eternl

Eternl (formerly CCVault) is a feature-rich wallet popular with experienced users.

  • Type: Browser extension and web app
  • Best for: Power users and DeFi participants
  • Features: Multi-delegation, dApp connector, detailed analytics

Vespr

Vespr is a mobile-first wallet with a beautiful design and smooth user experience.

  • Type: Mobile app (iOS and Android)
  • Best for: Mobile users who want easy staking on the go
  • Features: Biometric security, NFT support, quick delegation

Daedalus

Daedalus is the official full-node wallet from IOG. It downloads the entire blockchain for maximum security.

  • Type: Desktop application (Windows, macOS, Linux)
  • Best for: Maximum security and supporting network decentralization
  • Features: Full node, complete transaction history, paper wallet support

Security Best Practices

Protect Your Recovery Phrase

  • Write down your recovery phrase on paper (never digitally)
  • Store it in a secure location, ideally multiple copies in different places
  • Never share your recovery phrase with anyone
  • Be wary of phishing attempts asking for your phrase

Verify Downloads

  • Only download wallets from official websites
  • Check URLs carefully for typos or suspicious domains
  • Verify checksums when available

Hardware Wallets

For large amounts of ADA, consider using a hardware wallet like Ledger or Trezor. These can be connected to the wallets above for an extra layer of security.

Where to Buy ADA

ADA can be purchased on major cryptocurrency exchanges:

  • Kraken — Recommended for security and low fees
  • Coinbase — Beginner-friendly interface
  • Binance — High liquidity, many trading pairs

Important: Always transfer your ADA from the exchange to your personal wallet before staking. Keeping funds on an exchange means you don't control your keys.

Ready to Stake?

Once you have ADA in your wallet, choose an ADAvault pool and start earning rewards!

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