Importing a Wallet
Already have a Kaspa wallet? Import it into Kasanova using your seed phrase.
What You'll Need
Your 12-word seed phrase from another Kaspa wallet
Kasanova installed on your device
5 minutes of time
Compatible Wallets
Kasanova is compatible with any Kaspa wallet that uses standard HD wallet derivation:
KDX (Kaspa Desktop Experience)
Kaspa Web Wallet
Other Kaspa mobile wallets
Hardware wallets with Kaspa support (coming soon)
Step-by-Step Import
1. Launch Kasanova
Open the Kasanova app. On the welcome screen, tap Import Existing Wallet.
2. Enter Your Seed Phrase
You'll see 12 empty input fields.
Enter each word in order:
Type or paste each word from your seed phrase
Kasanova will auto-suggest valid BIP-39 words as you type
Ensure spelling is exact
Maintain correct word order (1 through 12)
Tips:
Words are case-insensitive (lowercase is fine)
Extra spaces are automatically trimmed
Only valid BIP-39 words are accepted
3. Verify and Continue
After entering all 12 words, tap Import Wallet.
Kasanova will:
Validate your seed phrase
Derive your HD wallet structure
Generate your addresses
Begin syncing your balance and transaction history
If you see an error:
Double-check each word's spelling
Verify word order matches your backup
Ensure you're using the correct seed phrase
4. Set Up Security
Enable Biometric Authentication
Kasanova will prompt you to enable biometrics:
iOS: Face ID or Touch ID
Android: Fingerprint or Face Unlock
This protects your wallet even if someone has physical access to your device.
Set a Wallet Name (Optional)
Give your wallet a friendly name:
Default: "Imported Wallet"
Custom: e.g., "Main Wallet," "Savings," etc.
5. Sync Wallet Data
Kasanova will now sync your wallet:
Addresses: Derives addresses from your seed phrase
Balance: Queries the Kaspa network for your current balance
Transaction History: Fetches your past transactions
This may take a moment, especially if you have many transactions.
6. Complete!
🎉 Your wallet is now imported!
You'll see:
Your current KAS balance
Recent transaction history
All KRC20 tokens
KNS domains
NFTs
After Importing
Verify Your Balance
Check that your balance matches what you expect:
Compare with your previous wallet
Check in Kaspa block explorers
Wait a moment if syncing is still in progress
Review Your Assets
Navigate through Kasanova to see:
KAS balance (main screen)
KRC20 tokens (Tokens tab)
KNS domains (KNS section)
NFTs (NFTs section)
Secure Your Wallet
Ensure security settings are configured:
Biometric auth: Enabled (highly recommended)
Session timeout: Set in Settings > Security
Seed phrase backup: Verify your physical backup is safe
Common Import Scenarios
Migrating from Another Wallet
From KDX (Kaspa Desktop):
Export your seed phrase from KDX
Import into Kasanova using the steps above
Both wallets can coexist (same funds, different interfaces)
From Kaspa Web Wallet:
Reveal your seed phrase in the web wallet
Import into Kasanova
Consider the web wallet for desktop use, Kasanova for mobile
Restoring After Device Loss
If you lost your device:
Install Kasanova on your new device
Import using your seed phrase
All funds and assets will reappear
Important: The old device (if found) can still access funds until you transfer them to a new wallet.
Using Multiple Devices
You can import the same wallet on multiple devices:
Same seed phrase = same wallet
Transactions appear on all devices
Signing on one device affects all
Note: This is convenient but reduces security. Consider using separate wallets for different purposes.
Troubleshooting Import Issues
"Invalid seed phrase" Error
Possible causes:
Typo in one or more words
Words in wrong order
Using a seed phrase from a non-Kaspa wallet
Solutions:
Carefully re-enter each word
Check your written backup for clarity
Verify this is a Kaspa wallet seed phrase
Balance Shows Zero
If your balance doesn't appear:
Wait: Syncing can take 30-60 seconds
Check internet: Ensure stable connection
Pull to refresh: Swipe down on main screen
Verify seed phrase: Wrong phrase = different wallet (zero balance)
Missing Tokens or Domains
If KRC20 tokens or KNS domains are missing:
Wait for full sync: Discovery takes a few moments
Check explorer: Verify assets exist on-chain
Refresh: Pull down to manually refresh
"Wallet already exists" Error
If you see this error:
You may have already imported this wallet
Go to Settings > Security > Show Addresses to verify
Or choose "Create New Wallet" for a fresh wallet
Security Considerations
Keep Multiple Backups
After importing:
Verify your physical seed phrase backup is accessible
Consider a second backup in a different location
Never store digitally (no photos, cloud storage, etc.)
Deactivate Old Devices
If you're replacing devices:
Uninstall Kasanova from the old device
Or transfer funds to a new wallet with a new seed phrase
Remember: old devices with the seed phrase can still access funds
Monitor for Unexpected Activity
After import, regularly check:
Transaction history for unauthorized sends
Balance changes
New marketplace listings you didn't create
If you see suspicious activity, immediately transfer funds to a new wallet (new seed phrase).
Next Steps
Now that your wallet is imported:
Send and receive KAS
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