# Create & connect a Wallet

## Intro to Non-Custodial Wallets

To start participating on the DeFi revolution & join IDOs on Impossible Finance, you first need to create your own personal crypto Wallet.

If you are coming from an Exchange and you are new to DeFi, here's a good video from Metamask explaining the differences between holding your money in a Wallet and holding it in an Exchange.

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## How to choose the correct wallet?

Choosing the most appropriate wallet based on your needs is vital. Wallets can be accessed via desktop computers & smartphones, and both options have different strengths.&#x20;

Let's take a look at the major differences between **desktop & mobile wallets**:

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Your private key or recovery phrase ("seed phrase") should never be shared with anyone, no matter the situation, as it would give them complete control over your crypto.\
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Store the private key safely offline.
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### Comparison between Desktop & Mobile Wallets

|          Feature         | Desktop Wallet | Mobile Wallet |
| :----------------------: | :------------: | :-----------: |
|         Security         |        ✅       |       ❌       |
|     Damage Resistant     |        ✅       |       ❌       |
|        Portability       |        ❌       |       ✅       |
|        Ease of Use       |        ❌       |       ✅       |
| Power/connection outages |        ❌       |       ✅       |

You now understand a bit better the differences between the two type of wallets & should be able to decide which fits your needs the best.&#x20;

Over the next page, we'll offer some pros & cons on some of the most popular mobile & desktop wallets that you can use on Impossible Finance.