Quick Start Guide

Get up and running with NozyWallet in 5 minutes!

Overview

This quick start guide will help you:

  1. Install NozyWallet
  2. Create your first wallet
  3. Generate a receiving address
  4. Sync your wallet

Step 1: Installation (2 minutes)

  1. Download from GitHub Releases
  2. Install the .exe (Windows), .dmg (macOS), or .AppImage (Linux)
  3. Launch NozyWallet

CLI (Alternative)

# Clone repository
git clone https://github.com/LEONINE-DAO/Nozy-wallet.git
cd Nozy-wallet

# Build
cargo build --release

# Binary will be in target/release/nozy (or nozy.exe on Windows)

Step 2: Create Wallet (1 minute)

Desktop App

  1. Launch NozyWallet
  2. Click "Create New Wallet"
  3. Save your 24-word mnemonic phrase - Write it down on paper!
  4. Set a password (optional but recommended)
  5. Click "Create"

CLI

nozy new

Follow the prompts to create your wallet and save your mnemonic phrase.

⚠️ CRITICAL: Your mnemonic phrase is the ONLY way to recover your wallet. Store it securely offline!

Step 3: Generate Address (30 seconds)

Desktop App

  1. Click "Receive" tab
  2. Your Orchard address will be displayed
  3. Copy the address or show QR code

CLI

nozy addresses

Example output:

Generating Orchard address...

Address 0: u1testaddress1234567890abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz...

Copy this address - You'll use it to receive ZEC.

Step 4: Sync Wallet (1-2 minutes)

Desktop App

  1. Click "Sync" button
  2. Wait for sync to complete
  3. Your balance will appear

CLI

# Sync from recent blocks (faster)
nozy sync

# Or sync from specific height
nozy sync --start-height 3000000

First sync may take time - The wallet needs to scan the blockchain for your notes.

What's Next?

Send Your First Transaction

  1. Get ZEC - Receive ZEC to your address
  2. Wait for confirmations - Usually 1-2 blocks (~75 seconds each)
  3. Sync wallet - Run sync to see incoming funds
  4. Send ZEC - Use "Send" to create a transaction

See Sending ZEC for detailed instructions.

Learn More

Common Questions

Q: Do I need my own Zebra node?
A: No! You can use a public Zebra node. Configure the node URL in settings if needed.

Q: How long does first sync take?
A: Depends on blockchain height. Recent blocks (last 1000) take ~1-2 minutes. Full sync takes longer.

Q: Can I use transparent addresses?
A: No. NozyWallet only supports shielded (Orchard / Ironwood) addresses for complete privacy. For why Ironwood exists, see Why Ironwood?.

Q: What if I lose my mnemonic?
A: Without your mnemonic phrase, you cannot recover your wallet. Always backup your mnemonic securely!

Q: Is my wallet safe?
A: Yes! Your wallet file is encrypted with your password, and your private keys never leave your device.

Getting Help

  • Documentation: Browse the full documentation
  • Troubleshooting: Check Common Issues
  • GitHub Issues: Report bugs or ask questions
  • Community: Join our Discord (if available)

Ready to Use!

You're now ready to use NozyWallet! Remember:

  1. ✅ Backup your mnemonic - Store it securely offline
  2. ✅ Use strong password - Protect your wallet file
  3. ✅ Verify addresses - Double-check addresses before sending
  4. ✅ Start small - Test with small amounts first
  5. ✅ Stay private - All transactions are automatically private!

Happy private transacting! 🦋