# Create a Polkadot.js Wallet

1\) Go to the [Polkadot.js.org](https://polkadot.js.org/) website and select the Extension option. &#x20;

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2\) Download the Extension for your preferred browser. &#x20;

The Browser extension manages your Polkadot account(s). It will be used to authorize transactions made to that account(s). The extension does not facilitate transferring funds nor does it show your balance. &#x20;

The browser extension will appear at the end of the URL bar in your Browser extensions as polkadot{.js} extension.&#x20;

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3\) Create a new Polkadot account.&#x20;

Open the extension and click the plus button in the center or the top right of the pop up.&#x20;

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4\) Write down the wallet's mnemonic seed in an offline secure place. The mnemonic seed is 12 words randomly generated that can be used to restore your wallet if you forget your password. It is also known as a Recovery Phrase.&#x20;

Your wallet address is a randomly generated hash of numbers and letters that will be saved in your Polkadot wallet extension.&#x20;

The words must be in the correct order.&#x20;

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5\) Select to Allow use on any chain.

6\) Enter a name and password for your account.&#x20;

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7\) Account will appear in your Polkadot Extension wallet.&#x20;

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8\) Close Browser and restart Browser before continuing.&#x20;
