First-Time Setup
Walkthrough from install to first synced wallet.
1. Install the app
See Installation. Start with cargo tauri dev or the release installer.
2. Connect Zebrad
Before creating a wallet, ensure your node works:
nozy test-zebra
Or after wallet exists: Settings → Network → set URL → Test Connection.
WSL on Windows: use WSL IP in URL (connectivity guide).
3. Create or restore
Welcome screen options:
| Action | When |
|---|---|
| Create new wallet | First time on this profile |
| Restore wallet | Have 24-word phrase |
| Restore from backup | Have encrypted backup file |
| Unlock | Wallet already on disk |
Create
- Choose a strong password.
- Write down 24 words — only chance shown at creation.
- Confirm mnemonic if prompted.
- Land on Home.
Restore
- Enter 24 words in order.
- Set password.
- Sync to tip.
4. Multi-wallet profiles
Welcome lists existing profiles if any. Select a profile before unlock. Each profile has separate keys and data.
Create additional profiles from Welcome (create/restore flow) without deleting others.
5. Initial sync
- Home → Sync (header or layout).
- Wait until block sync strip shows caught up.
- Balance updates when notes are indexed.
CLI equivalent: nozy sync --to-tip.
6. Proving parameters
First shielded send may prompt or auto-download Orchard params. Settings → Proving, or:
nozy proving --download
7. Receive test (optional)
Receive tab → copy unified address (u1…) → fund from faucet or exchange (shielded withdrawal).
Checklist
- Zebrad RPC verified
- Mnemonic backed up offline
- Sync to tip complete
- Using desktop window (not browser dev URL)
Next: Using the GUI | Troubleshooting