How to Choose a Monero Wallet for Private Swaps

Before you swap into Monero, you need somewhere to receive it. The right wallet keeps your XMR safe and your privacy intact. Here is what to consider.

Desktop wallets

Desktop wallets give you the most control. Some can run a full node, which means you verify the blockchain yourself instead of trusting someone else's server. They take more disk space and time to sync, but they are the most private option.

Mobile wallets

Mobile wallets are convenient for smaller amounts and everyday use. Most connect to a remote node, which is faster to set up. If you use one, choose a wallet that lets you pick your own node.

Hardware wallets

For larger amounts, a hardware wallet keeps your keys offline. Several popular hardware wallets support Monero when paired with a compatible desktop app.

What to check before you receive

• Your seed phrase is written down and stored offline.
• The wallet is fully synced, so incoming funds show up.
• You copied the primary address or a fresh subaddress, not an old one you no longer control.

Subaddresses

Monero wallets can create unlimited subaddresses. Using a new one for each swap keeps your incoming payments separate and harder to link together.

Wallet ready? Start a swap to XMR.