Wallet Setup Guide
ReserveBTC requires two types of wallets: an EVM wallet for interacting with MegaETH, and a Bitcoin wallet that supports BIP-322 message signing.
Wallet Requirements
EVM Wallet (Required)
For interacting with MegaETH network and managing synthetic tokens
Bitcoin Wallet (Required)
For holding Bitcoin and creating BIP-322 signatures
MetaMask Setup for MegaETH
Step 1: Install MetaMask
Desktop
Download ExtensionMobile
Download AppStep 2: Add MegaETH Testnet
Add the MegaETH Testnet to your MetaMask to interact with ReserveBTC contracts.
Network Configuration
Manual Setup Instructions
- Open MetaMask and click the network dropdown
- Click "Add Network" or "Custom RPC"
- Enter the network details above
- Click "Save" to add the network
- Switch to MegaETH Testnet
Bitcoin Wallet Setup
✅ Sparrow Wallet (Recommended)
Why Sparrow?
- • Full BIP-322 support
- • All address types supported
- • Hardware wallet integration
- • User-friendly interface
- • Active development
Setup Steps
- Download from official website
- Create or import wallet
- Verify address generation
- Test message signing
- Fund with small amount
Hardware Wallet Integration
Ledger
✅ Works with Sparrow
✅ Secure signing
⚠️ Requires Sparrow for BIP-322
Use Ledger with Sparrow Wallet for BIP-322 signing
Trezor
✅ Works with Electrum
✅ Open source
⚠️ BIP-322 via Electrum
Use Trezor with Electrum for BIP-322 signing
ColdCard
✅ Air-gapped security
✅ Advanced features
⚠️ Complex setup
For advanced users with high security needs
💡 Hardware Wallet Best Practices
- • Always verify transaction details on device screen
- • Use official wallet software only
- • Keep firmware updated
- • Store recovery phrases securely offline
- • Test with small amounts first
Complete Setup Process
EVM Wallet Setup (MetaMask)
Install MetaMask Extension
Download from Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons
Create or Import Wallet
Set up a new wallet or import existing seed phrase
Add MegaETH Network
Configure network settings as shown above
Get Test ETH
Request test ETH from MegaETH developers for gas fees
Bitcoin Wallet Setup (Sparrow)
Download Sparrow Wallet
Get the latest version from sparrowwallet.com
Create New Wallet
Choose wallet type (Single Sig recommended for beginners)
Select Address Type
Native SegWit (bc1) recommended for lowest fees
Backup Seed Phrase
Write down and securely store your 12/24 word seed phrase
Test Message Signing
Verify BIP-322 signing works with Tools → Sign/Verify Message
Add ReserveBTC Tokens to MetaMask
rBTC-SYNTH (Soulbound)
wrBTC (Transferable)
How to Add Tokens
- Open MetaMask and go to "Assets" tab
- Click "Import tokens" at the bottom
- Paste the contract address
- Symbol and decimals should auto-fill
- Click "Add Custom Token"
- Confirm the import
Security Considerations
Wallet Security
- • Use strong passwords
- • Enable all security features
- • Regular security backups
- • Keep software updated
- • Use official sources only
Network Security
- • Verify network parameters
- • Use HTTPS connections only
- • Avoid public WiFi
- • Check certificate validity
- • Monitor for phishing