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Core extension: How do I access my existing account?
Core extension: How do I access my existing account?
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  1. If Core extension is not already installed, navigate to the Chrome Store to download the extension on the Chrome browser.

  2. Click on the Core extension icon in the browser to be redirected to the log in screen.

  3. Clicking on Already Have a Wallet? Will bring up the following view:

NOTE: Core extension is currently only officially released on Chrome. Users may face unexpected issues on non-Chrome browsers.

Users will have five options for accessing an existing wallet. For information on how to create a new wallet, please refer to this article.

Sign in with Google

  1. Select Google.

  2. Select the Google account used to create a wallet, or add it manually.

  3. Users are required to add a recovery method for their account.

  4. Follow the steps for completing the setup for the recovery method chosen.

  5. Create a name and password to use when accessing the wallet.

Sign in with Apple ID

  1. Select Apple ID.

  2. Enter the login information for the Apple ID used with this wallet.

  3. Users are required to add a recovery method for their account.

  4. Follow the steps for completing the setup for the recovery method chosen.

  5. Create a name and password to use when accessing the wallet.

Sign in with a Recovery Phrase

  1. Select Recovery Phrase.

  2. Enter the 12, 18, or 24-word recovery phrase for the EVM wallet to connect.

  3. Create a name and password to use when accessing the wallet.

NOTE: The recovery phrase can be pasted into 1 text box or each box can be filled in manually. The recovery phrase will be shown when entered. Please ensure no extra spaces, special characters, or capitalizations are used in the words.

Do NOT share your Recovery Phrase with anyone else. It will give others access to the wallet and its funds, which could lead to permanent loss.

Sign in with a Ledger

  1. Select Ledger.

  2. Ensure the Ledger device is unlocked and connected to the computer with the Avalanche application open.

  3. Select the derivation path to use for Core extension and click Next.

  4. Create a name and password to use when accessing the wallet.

NOTE: The BIP44 derivation path is used in Core web when connecting a Ledger directly. To ensure all of the same funds and transaction history is visible across the X, P, and C-Chains when connecting with a Ledger, make sure this path is selected.

Sign in with a Keystone

  1. Select Keystone.

  2. Select the Connect Software Wallet in the Software Wallet menu of the Keystone wallet.

  3. Select Core wallet from the list of options.

  4. Select Scan QR code displayed on your Keystone device.

  5. Allow the device to scan the QR code displayed on the Keystone wallet. This will require the browser to have access to the camera function on the device.

  6. Create a name and password to use when accessing the wallet.


For any additional questions, please view our other knowledge base articles or contact a support team member via the chat button. Examples are for illustrative purposes only.

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