# Back up wallet

Source URL: https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/back-up-wallet
Updated: 2026-05-15T16:55:11.000Z
Category: Blockstream App
Section: Set Up, Transact, & Recover Your Wallet

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After setting up your wallet, the keys to your bitcoin are stored solely on your mobile device. This means if you lose or break your phone, you will lose access to your funds unless you’ve backed up your recovery phrase.

"Backing up" simply means **writing down your recovery phrase** and storing it somewhere safe and offline. Your recovery phrase is the only way to restore your wallet and access your bitcoin if something happens to your device.

> **Warning: Your recovery phrase is your wallet**. Anyone who has it can spend your funds. Never share it and keep it protected from theft, damage, and loss.

1.

Log in to the Blockstream app and tap **Security**.

![IMG_0240.PNG](https://storage.googleapis.com/blockstream_dev_tmp/content/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/back-up-wallet/46829051763225.png)

2.

If you have not yet performed a manual backup, you will see a warning to backup your wallet and write down your recovery phrase. Tap **Backup Now** on the notice to proceed. **Backing up your recovery phrase is critical for your funds' security**. You will also see this notice on other screens, such as Buy and Receive, until completing the backup process.

![IMG_0342.PNG](https://storage.googleapis.com/blockstream_dev_tmp/content/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/back-up-wallet/46829051763481.png)

3.

After tapping Backup Now, the app will display your recovery phrase. Write it down carefully and store it somewhere safe. Remember, your recovery phrase is your wallet. **Keep it offline and protected, and never give your recovery phrase to anyone.**

![IMG_0343 2.PNG](https://storage.googleapis.com/blockstream_dev_tmp/content/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/back-up-wallet/46829051763737.png)

4.

After writing down your recovery phrase, the app will perform a verification check to ensure that you wrote your recovery phrase down correctly and in the right order. Afterwards, you will be asked to create a PIN that you can use as an alternative to unlock your wallet.

![IMG_0344 2.PNG](https://storage.googleapis.com/blockstream_dev_tmp/content/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/back-up-wallet/46829051765273.png)

5.

After the process is complete, store your recovery phrase somewhere safe. If you ever need to restore your wallet, you can simple enter your recovery phrase to regain access.

![IMG_0347.PNG](https://storage.googleapis.com/blockstream_dev_tmp/content/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/back-up-wallet/46829481902745.png)

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## Related Articles in This Section
- [Set up a new wallet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/set-up-a-new-wallet)
- [Back up wallet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/back-up-wallet) (current)
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- [Buy bitcoin](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/buy-bitcoin)
- [Receive bitcoin](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/receive-bitcoin)
- [Send bitcoin](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/send-bitcoin)
- [Change mobile wallet security settings](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/change-mobile-wallet-security-settings)
- [Rename wallet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/rename-wallet)
- [Delete wallet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/delete-wallet)