Get Your Bitcoin Wallet
Start receiving Bitcoin funding on OrangeCat
New to Bitcoin?
A Bitcoin wallet is like a digital bank account that lets you receive, store, and send Bitcoin. You control your wallet completely - no bank or company can freeze your funds.
How to Get Started
Choose Your Wallet Type
Different wallets work better for different needs and experience levels.
Download & Install
Get your chosen wallet from the official website or app store.
Create Your Wallet
Follow the setup process and securely save your recovery phrase.
Get Your Address
Copy your Bitcoin receiving address to use on OrangeCat.
Choose Your Wallet
Primal
The fastest way to start receiving on OrangeCat. Install it and you get a Lightning address (like name@primal.net) in about a minute — exactly what OrangeCat needs to receive tips and funding.
Brave Wallet
Built-in wallet in the Brave browser. Good for holding on-chain Bitcoin, but it has no Lightning support — so it cannot receive Lightning tips or back a name@orangecat.ch address.
BlueWallet
Popular Bitcoin-only mobile wallet with Lightning Network support.
Exodus
User-friendly desktop wallet with beautiful design and multi-cryptocurrency support.
Electrum
Lightweight Bitcoin wallet focused on speed and low resource usage.
Brave Wallet
Detailed information and setup guide
Advantages
- Already built into Brave browser
- No additional downloads needed
- Self-custody - you control your keys
- Multi-chain support (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana)
Considerations
- No Lightning support — cannot receive Lightning tips or a Lightning address
- Only available in Brave browser
Always download wallets from official websites. Save your recovery phrase in a safe place - it's the only way to recover your Bitcoin if you lose access to your wallet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to use a Bitcoin wallet?
Yes, when used properly. Bitcoin wallets use strong cryptography. The key is to choose a reputable wallet, keep your recovery phrase secure, and never share your private keys with anyone.
Do I need to pay to create a wallet?
No, creating a Bitcoin wallet is free. You only pay network fees when sending Bitcoin transactions. Receiving Bitcoin is always free.
What if I lose my recovery phrase?
If you lose your recovery phrase and can't access your wallet, your Bitcoin will be permanently lost. This is why it's crucial to write it down and store it safely offline.
Can I use the same address multiple times?
Yes, you can reuse Bitcoin addresses, but it's better for privacy to generate a new address for each transaction. Most modern wallets do this automatically.