Overview
Phantom is a modern crypto wallet that supports tokens, NFTs, and dApp connections across multiple chains. It is available as a browser extension and mobile app, and emphasizes usability, secure key storage, and seamless dApp integration.
Why people choose Phantom
Phantom aims to blend strong security with an intuitive interface — easy account creation, hardware-wallet compatibility, built-in swap features, and a user-friendly NFT gallery. It is commonly used to interact with Solana and other chains that Phantom supports via multi-chain features.
Core features
- Browser extension for Chrome/Edge/Brave (and Firefox-compatible builds).
- Mobile apps for iOS and Android with full wallet sync options.
- NFT gallery, token management, on-ramp and off-ramp integrations.
- dApp connection flow that prompts safe approvals for transactions.
- Developer APIs and integrations for building Web3 experiences.
Official resources
Find downloads, docs, status, and help on Phantom’s official pages (links listed at the end of this file). :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Using Phantom — Basic Workflows
Receiving and Sending Tokens
Receiving: copy your wallet address or use the QR code. Sending: verify the address carefully and confirm gas/fee estimates before approving.
Connecting to dApps and NFTs
When a dApp requests connection, Phantom shows an approval dialog summarizing the permissions. Review requested actions — particularly any transaction signing requests — before accepting.
Developer integrations
Developers can integrate Phantom into Web3 apps using the official documentation and SDKs to request connections, sign transactions, and handle wallet events. See Phantom Developer Docs for examples. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Common Questions (FAQ)
Is Phantom custodial?
No — Phantom is a non-custodial wallet: you control private keys and recovery phrases locally.
What do I do if I lose my seed phrase?
If you lose your recovery phrase and lose access to your wallet, there is no way for Phantom (or anyone) to restore funds. Always keep multiple secure offline copies.
How do I check Phantom status?
Check Phantom’s status page for system alerts and uptime. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}