How to Configure Monero GUI Wallet

How to Install Monero GUI Wallet

1. Access the official website

   Visit the official Monero website.

2. Download the wallet

   • Click on "Downloads."
   • Select "Monero GUI Wallet."
   • Choose your operating system and download the corresponding file.

3. Install the wallet

   • Extract the downloaded file.
   • Open the monero-wallet-gui file.

4. Set up the wallet

   • Select the options: "Desktop entry / Yes / Continue / Advanced mode / Create a new wallet."
   • Fill in the details:
     • Wallet name: Enter your wallet's name.
     • Wallet location: Choose the location where the files will be stored.
   • Click "Next."

5. Save recovery information

   • Copy the recovery information and store it securely.
   • Click "Next."

6. Set your password

   • Create a strong password and click "Next."

7. Connect to a remote node

   • Select "Connect to a remote node" and click "Next."
   • Click "Create wallet," enter your wallet password, and click "OK."

8. Sync the wallet

   • Go to "Settings."
   • Click on "Node," then "Add remote node."
   • Search for remote nodes on Google or use ditatompel.com/remote-nodes.
   • Copy the host and port of the chosen node and paste them into the wallet settings.
   • Check the option "Mark as trusted daemon" and click "OK."
   • Wait for synchronization to complete.

9. Check wallet files

   • After synchronization, the files will be in the directory set during installation.
   • Locate two files:
     • One with the suffix .viewonly.
     • Another with the suffix .viewonly.keys.