First-Time Setup Guide

Welcome to SSP Wallet!

This guide will walk you through setting up your SSP Wallet 2-of-2 multisignature system in about 10 minutes. You'll need two devices: a computer (or mobile browser) and a smartphone.

πŸ“‹ What You'll Need

Required Devices

  • πŸ–₯️ Computer/Laptop with Chrome, Firefox, or Brave browser

  • πŸ“± Smartphone (iOS 15.1+ or Android 7+)

  • 🌐 Internet Connection on both devices

  • ✏️ Pen and Paper for seed phrase backup (physical backup only!)

Estimated Time

  • Setup: 10 minutes

  • First Transaction: 2 minutes

  • Complete Tutorial: 15 minutes total

πŸš€ Step 1: Install SSP Wallet (Browser Extension)

Chrome/Brave Installation

  1. Visit Chrome Web Store

    πŸ”— https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/ssp-wallet/mgfbabcnedcejkfibpafadgkhmkifhbd
  2. Click "Add to Chrome"

  3. Pin Extension to toolbar for easy access

  4. Click SSP Wallet icon to begin setup

Firefox Installation

  1. Visit Firefox Add-ons

    πŸ”— https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/ssp-wallet/
  2. Click "Add to Firefox"

  3. Pin to toolbar and click icon to start

πŸ“± Step 2: Install SSP Key (Mobile App)

iOS Installation

  1. Open App Store

  2. Search "SSP Key" or visit:

    πŸ”— https://apps.apple.com/app/ssp-key/id6463717332
  3. Install and open the app

Android Installation

  1. Open Google Play Store

  2. Search "SSP Key" or visit:

    πŸ”— https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.runonflux.sspkey
  3. Install and open the app

πŸ” Step 3: Create Your First Wallet

On SSP Wallet (Browser)

  1. Click "Create New Wallet"

  2. Set Strong Password

    βœ… At least 12 characters
    βœ… Mix of letters, numbers, symbols
    βœ… Unique to SSP Wallet
    βœ… Store in password manager
  3. Write Down Seed Phrase

    ⚠️  CRITICAL SECURITY STEP
    βœ… Write on paper (not digitally)
    βœ… Double-check spelling
    βœ… Store in secure location
    βœ… Make multiple copies
  4. Confirm Seed Phrase

    • Enter requested words to verify backup

  5. Wallet Created Successfully!

    • You'll see your empty wallet dashboard

Important: First Device Complete βœ…

Your browser extension now holds Key #1 of your 2-of-2 multisig system.

πŸ“² Step 4: Set Up SSP Key (Mobile)

On SSP Key App

  1. Open SSP Key App

  2. Choose "Create New Key"

  3. Set PIN or Biometric

    βœ… Use 6+ digit PIN
    βœ… Enable Face ID/Touch ID if available
    βœ… Choose secure but memorable PIN
  4. Write Down Mobile Seed Phrase

    ⚠️  SECOND CRITICAL STEP
    βœ… This is DIFFERENT from wallet seed
    βœ… Write on paper separately
    βœ… Store in different location from wallet seed
    βœ… Both seeds needed for full recovery
  5. Confirm Mobile Seed Phrase

    • Enter requested words to verify

  6. Key Created Successfully!

    • You'll see "Ready to Sync" screen

Important: Second Device Complete βœ…

Your mobile app now holds Key #2 of your 2-of-2 multisig system.

πŸ”„ Step 5: Synchronize Your Devices

This step connects your two keys to create secure multisig addresses.

Start Synchronization

  1. On SSP Wallet (Browser)

    1. Click "Sync with SSP Key"
    2. Large QR code will appear
    3. Keep this screen open
  2. On SSP Key (Mobile)

    1. Click "Scan to Sync"  
    2. Point camera at QR code on computer screen
    3. Wait for successful scan

Automatic Sync Process

πŸ“± SSP Key scans QR code
    ↓
πŸ”„ Devices exchange public keys securely
    ↓  
πŸ” Multisig addresses generated
    ↓
βœ… Sync Complete!

Verify Synchronization

Both devices should show:

  • βœ… "Synchronization Successful"

  • βœ… Same wallet addresses displayed

  • βœ… "Connected" status indicator

πŸŽ‰ Step 6: Your First Transaction Test

Let's verify everything works with a small test transaction.

Get Your Wallet Address

  1. Click "Receive" in SSP Wallet

  2. Copy your Bitcoin address (starts with 'bc1' or '3')

  3. Share this address to receive funds

Send a Small Test Amount

  1. Get small amount of Bitcoin (from exchange/friend)

  2. Send to your SSP address

  3. Wait for confirmation (usually 10-60 minutes)

Test Sending

  1. Click "Send" in SSP Wallet

  2. Enter recipient address (use testnet faucet address)

  3. Enter small amount ($1-5 worth)

  4. Review transaction details

  5. Click "Send Transaction"

Mobile Approval Process

πŸ–₯️  SSP Wallet creates transaction
    ↓
πŸ“± SSP Key receives notification
    ↓
πŸ‘€ You approve on mobile
    ↓
βœ… Transaction broadcasts to network

Success! πŸš€

If the test transaction completes, your SSP Wallet setup is perfect!

πŸ›‘οΈ Critical Security Steps

Secure Your Seed Phrases

⚠️  NEVER store seed phrases digitally
βœ… Write on physical paper
βœ… Store in different secure locations  
βœ… Consider safety deposit box for large amounts
βœ… Make multiple copies
❌ No photos, no cloud storage, no password managers

Device Security

βœ… Enable screen locks on both devices
βœ… Use strong, unique passwords
βœ… Enable automatic updates
βœ… Install reputable antivirus software
βœ… Never lend devices to others for crypto operations

Backup Verification

Test your backups NOW while setup is fresh in memory:

  1. Record Current Wallet Addresses

  2. Reset SSP Wallet (after backup verification)

  3. Restore from Seed Phrase

  4. Verify Same Addresses Generate

  5. Re-sync with SSP Key

🚨 Emergency Information

If Something Goes Wrong

  • Lost Device: Use seed phrase to restore on new device

  • Forgotten Password: Restore wallet using seed phrase

  • Sync Problems: Try manual QR code sync or restart both apps

  • Technical Issues: Report via GitHub Issues

Recovery Process Overview

πŸ”‘ Wallet Seed Phrase β†’ Restores SSP Wallet
    +
πŸ”‘ Key Seed Phrase β†’ Restores SSP Key
    =
πŸ”„ Re-sync β†’ Full wallet recovery

βœ… Setup Complete Checklist

Congratulations! Verify you've completed everything:

πŸŽ“ Next Steps

Learn More

Start Using SSP Wallet

  • Add More Cryptocurrencies - Bitcoin, Ethereum, and 15+ blockchains supported

  • Connect to dApps - Use WalletConnect for DeFi and NFT platforms

  • Set Up Contacts - Save frequently used addresses

  • Explore Advanced Features - Account abstraction, batch transactions

Get Additional Help

  • Interactive Website Tutorial: Complete Setup Guide - Video walkthrough with step-by-step instructions

  • In-App Tutorial: Available within SSP Wallet after installation - Interactive setup guidance

  • GitHub Support: Report Issues for technical support

🎯 Pro Tips for New Users

Optimization Tips

  • Pin browser extension to toolbar for quick access

  • Enable mobile notifications for transaction approvals

  • Use contacts feature for frequently sent addresses

  • Set up price alerts for your favorite cryptocurrencies

Common Beginner Mistakes to Avoid

  • ❌ Don't store seed phrases in password managers

  • ❌ Don't use public WiFi for large transactions

  • ❌ Don't skip address verification when sending

  • ❌ Don't lose patience with blockchain confirmation times

  • ❌ Don't forget to test small amounts first


πŸŽ‰ Welcome to the most secure crypto wallet experience! You're now part of the SSP community with true 2-of-2 multisignature security.

Need help? Visit our Interactive Website Tutorial for video guidance, use the in-app tutorial within SSP Wallet, or report issues on GitHub for technical support.

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