Wallet Setup
Install and configure Leather Wallet for PsicoStacks.
Why Leather Wallet?
Leather is the recommended wallet for Stacks blockchain. It's easy to use, secure, and has excellent integration with dApps like PsicoStacks.
Secure
Your keys stay in your browser
Easy to Use
Simple interface for beginners
Fast
Quick transaction signing
Installation Steps
Download Extension
Create New Wallet
Click "Create New Wallet" in the extension.
⚠️ Important: If you already have a Stacks wallet, you can import it instead using your Secret Key.
Save Your Secret Key
You'll be shown a 24-word Secret Key phrase. Write it down and store it securely.
🚨 Critical Security Steps:
- Write down all 24 words in order
- Store in a safe place (not on your computer)
- Never share with anyone
- Don't take screenshots
- If lost, you lose access to your wallet forever
Verify Your Secret Key
Leather will ask you to verify by entering some words from your Secret Key. This ensures you saved it correctly.
Set a Password
Create a strong password to encrypt your wallet in the browser. This is different from your Secret Key.
Password tips:
- At least 12 characters
- Mix of letters, numbers, symbols
- Don't reuse passwords
Getting STX Tokens
For Testnet (Free)
Get free testnet STX from the faucet for testing PsicoStacks:
- Copy your wallet address from Leather
- Visit Testnet Faucet
- Paste your address and click "Request STX"
- Wait ~30 seconds for tokens to arrive
For Mainnet (Real STX)
Purchase STX from exchanges:
- Binance
- Coinbase
- Kraken
- OKX
Send to your Leather wallet address. Never share your Secret Key with exchanges.
Connecting to PsicoStacks
Once your wallet is set up, connecting to PsicoStacks is easy:
- Go to psicostacks.netlify.app
- Click "Connect Wallet" in the top-right corner
- Leather will pop up asking for permission
- Click "Approve" to connect
- Your wallet address will appear in the header
Note: PsicoStacks will never ask for your Secret Key. Only approve transaction requests you initiated.
Security Best Practices
✅ Do
- • Keep Secret Key offline
- • Use strong unique password
- • Verify transaction details
- • Keep browser and extension updated
- • Backup Secret Key in multiple safe locations
❌ Don't
- • Share Secret Key with anyone
- • Store Secret Key digitally
- • Use public WiFi for transactions
- • Approve suspicious transactions
- • Install unknown browser extensions
Troubleshooting
Wallet not connecting to PsicoStacks?
Try refreshing the page and clicking "Connect Wallet" again. Make sure Leather extension is unlocked and you're on the correct network (testnet/mainnet).
Transaction stuck or failed?
Check that you have enough STX for gas fees. View transaction status on Stacks Explorer.
Lost my Secret Key, what now?
Unfortunately, if you lose your Secret Key, your wallet and funds are permanently inaccessible. There is no recovery mechanism. Always backup your Secret Key securely.