Understanding Your Crypto Wallet - Wallet Basics
Learn how your Angry wallet works, what makes it secure, and how it integrates with Telegram
Understanding Your Crypto Wallet - Wallet Basics
"TL;DR: Your Angry wallet is like a digital bank account that's automatically created and managed for you. It's tied to your Telegram account, secure, and works across all Angry bots seamlessly.
What is a Crypto Wallet?🔗
Think of it Like a Digital Bank Account🔗
A crypto wallet is where you store, send, and receive digital currencies (cryptocurrencies). Just like your bank account has an account number, your crypto wallet has an address.
Key differences from a bank account:
- ►No bank in the middle: Transactions happen directly on the blockchain
- ►24/7 access: Send and receive money anytime, anywhere
- ►Global reach: Send to anyone in the world instantly
- ►You control it: Your wallet, your funds, your decisions
How Angry Wallets Work🔗
When you first interact with any Angry bot, the system automatically creates a wallet for you:
- ►Automatic Creation: No forms to fill out or verification needed
- ►Telegram Integration: Your wallet is linked to your Telegram account
- ►Cross-Bot Compatibility: Same wallet works with all Angry bots
- ►Secure Management: The Angry system handles the technical complexity
- ►Private Key Access: You can export your private key anytime for full control
Your Wallet Address - Your Digital Identity🔗
What Does a Wallet Address Look Like?🔗
Your wallet address is a long string of letters and numbers:
0x742d35Cc6643C0532905C9464e6C9b99b8a5c211
Think of it like:
- ►Your email address (safe to share publicly)
- ►Your bank account number (for receiving payments)
- ►Your mailing address (where people send you crypto)
Using Your Wallet Address🔗
You can safely share your address to:
- ►Receive payments from friends
- ►Get paid for services
- ►Receive tokens from airdrops or contests
- ►Fund your wallet from other exchanges
Never share your private key (we'll explain this below)
How the Angry Wallet System Works🔗
Deterministic Wallet Generation🔗
Your wallet is created using your Telegram ID in a special mathematical process:
What this means:
- ►Same Telegram account = Same wallet address (always)
- ►Your wallet is unique to you
- ►It's recreatable if needed using your Telegram ID
- ►Consistent across all devices and bots
Server-Managed Security🔗
The Angry system manages your wallet securely:
Benefits:
- ►No complex setup required
- ►Automatic backup and security
- ►Works seamlessly across all bots
- ►Professional-grade security infrastructure
- ►No risk of losing access due to device problems
How it's secure:
- ►Your private key is encrypted and stored securely
- ►Access tied to your Telegram account
- ►Industry-standard security practices
- ►Regular security audits and updates
Private Keys - Your Ultimate Control🔗
What is a Private Key?🔗
Think of your private key as the master password to your wallet:
- ►It's a long string of characters that proves you own the wallet
- ►Anyone with the private key has complete control of the funds
- ►It's like having the deed to your house - ultimate ownership proof
Accessing Your Private Key🔗
You can get your private key anytime using the /export
command:
When you might want it:
- ►Moving funds to another wallet
- ►Using your wallet with other applications
- ►Creating your own backup
- ►Full control and self-custody
Important warnings:
- ►Never share your private key with anyone
- ►Store it securely (write it down, use a password manager)
- ►If someone gets your private key, they can steal your funds
- ►There's no "forgot password" option - if you lose it, it's gone forever
Wallet Networks and Compatibility🔗
Base Network🔗
Your Angry wallet operates on the Base network:
What is Base:
- ►A fast, low-cost blockchain network
- ►Built by Coinbase for everyday transactions
- ►Compatible with Ethereum ecosystem
- ►Optimized for applications like Angry
Why Base is great:
- ►Transaction fees under $1 (usually $0.15-$0.50)
- ►Transactions confirm in 1-2 seconds
- ►Reliable and stable network
- ►Growing ecosystem of applications
Network Compatibility🔗
Your Angry wallet:
- ►Works natively on Base network
- ►Can receive tokens from other Base wallets
- ►Compatible with Base-native tokens (ETH, USDC, ANGRY, etc.)
- ►May require bridging for tokens from other networks
Wallet Security Model🔗
Multi-Layered Protection🔗
Your wallet security relies on multiple layers:
- ►
Telegram Account Security
- ►Your first line of defense
- ►Enable 2FA on your Telegram account
- ►Use a strong, unique password
- ►Don't share your phone number carelessly
- ►
Angry System Security
- ►Encrypted private key storage
- ►Secure server infrastructure
- ►Regular security updates
- ►Professional monitoring
- ►
Blockchain Security
- ►Transactions recorded permanently
- ►Cryptographic protection
- ►Decentralized validation
- ►Immutable transaction history
Your Responsibilities🔗
Keep your Telegram secure:
- ►Use two-factor authentication
- ►Don't log into Telegram on untrusted devices
- ►Log out of public computers
- ►Keep your phone secure
If you export your private key:
- ►Store it extremely securely
- ►Never share it with anyone
- ►Don't store it in cloud services or email
- ►Consider it as valuable as cash
Common Wallet Concepts Explained🔗
Balance vs. Available Balance🔗
Balance: Total tokens in your wallet Available Balance: Amount you can actually spend (balance minus pending transactions)
Gas Fees🔗
What they are: Cost to process transactions on the blockchain Why they exist: Compensate network validators In Angry: Usually $0.15-$0.50 per transaction
Transaction Confirmations🔗
What happens when you trade:
- ►You submit a transaction
- ►It gets broadcasted to the network
- ►Validators confirm it (1-2 seconds on Base)
- ►Your wallet balance updates
Token Standards🔗
Most tokens in Angry are ERC-20 compatible:
- ►Standard format for tokens on Ethereum/Base
- ►Ensures compatibility across wallets and applications
- ►Your wallet can hold any ERC-20 token
Comparing Wallet Types🔗
Angry Managed Wallet vs. Self-Custody Wallet🔗
Angry Managed Wallet:
- ►Automatic setup and management
- ►No complex backup procedures
- ►Integrated with all Angry features
- ►Professional security management
- ►Can still export private key if wanted
- ►Relies on Angry system being available
- ►Need to trust Angry's security practices
Self-Custody Wallet (like MetaMask):
- ►Complete control over private keys
- ►Works with any application
- ►No dependency on third parties
- ►Complex setup and management
- ►Easy to lose access if not careful
- ►You're responsible for all security
Wallet Best Practices🔗
Daily Usage🔗
- ►Check your balance regularly with
/balance
- ►Keep some ETH for transaction fees
- ►Don't store more than you can afford to lose
- ►Understand each transaction before confirming
Security Habits🔗
- ►Keep your Telegram account secure
- ►Don't share wallet details in public
- ►Be cautious of phishing attempts
- ►Only use official Angry bots
Advanced Users🔗
- ►Consider exporting your private key for backup
- ►Learn about hardware wallets for large amounts
- ►Understand how blockchain transactions work
- ►Keep up with security best practices
Troubleshooting Common Issues🔗
"Insufficient Balance for Gas"🔗
Problem: Not enough ETH to pay transaction fees Solution: Send some ETH to your wallet first
"Transaction Failed"🔗
Problem: Network rejected your transaction Solutions:
- ►Check your balance includes fees
- ►Wait and try again (network might be busy)
- ►Contact our support team if it persists
"Can't Access Wallet"🔗
Problem: Bot not responding or wallet not loading Solutions:
- ►Try again in a few minutes
- ►Restart the conversation with
/start
- ►Check if Telegram is working properly
- ►Contact our support team if problem continues
Ready to Learn More?🔗
Next Steps🔗
- ►Wallet Setup Guide - Detailed setup walkthrough
- ►Wallet Features - All the things you can do
- ►Wallet Security - Advanced security practices
- ►Your First Trade - Put your wallet to use
Get Help🔗
- ►Ask questions in our official support channel
- ►Use
/help
in any Angry bot - ►Check the FAQ for common questions
"Remember: Your wallet is the foundation of your Angry experience. Take time to understand how it works, keep it secure, and don't hesitate to ask questions in the community!