Argent X Wallet Setup

Prerequisites

  • Chrome, Brave, or other Chromium-based browser
  • ETH on Ethereum mainnet for funding via bridge
  • Basic understanding of crypto wallets

Installation

  1. Visit the Chrome Web Store
  2. Click "Add to Chrome"
  3. Click the extension icon in your browser
  4. Click "Create a new account"

Wallet Creation

  1. Create a new password for your wallet
  2. Back up your seed phrase
    • Write it down physically
    • Store it securely in at least two separate locations
    • Never share it with anyone
    • This is your only recovery method

Account Activation

Argent X uses account abstraction, meaning your account must be deployed as a smart contract on Starknet. This requires ETH on Starknet for the deployment transaction.

Fund via Starkgate Bridge

  1. Visit Starkgate
  2. Connect your Ethereum wallet (e.g. MetaMask)
  3. Enter the amount of ETH to bridge (minimum 0.01 ETH recommended)
  4. Paste your Argent X deposit address
  5. Click "Transfer" and confirm in your Ethereum wallet
  6. Wait for the bridging process (usually 4-6 hours)

Complete Activation

  1. Once ETH arrives on Starknet, open Argent X
  2. Click "Activate account"
  3. Confirm the transaction
  4. Wait for deployment confirmation - your account status will change to "Active"

Managing Funds

Depositing

Use Starkgate to bridge ETH or STRK from Ethereum to your Argent X account address.

Withdrawing

  1. Connect your Argent X wallet to Starkgate
  2. Select "Withdraw"
  3. Enter amount and provide your Ethereum destination address
  4. Confirm the transaction
  5. Wait for the withdrawal period (usually several days)

Security Best Practices

  1. Seed phrase: Store offline in a secure location, never store digitally
  2. Browser security: Only install from the official Chrome Web Store, verify extension ID dlcobpjiigpikoobohmabehhmhfoodbb
  3. Account security: Use a strong password, never share private keys, consider setting up a guardian

Integration with Starkli

After setting up your Argent X wallet, you can use it with starkli for CLI-based operations. See Starkli Installation and Configuration for creating an encrypted keystore from your private key and performing transactions from the command line.

Troubleshooting

  1. Account activation failing: Ensure sufficient ETH for activation, check network congestion, wait a few minutes and retry.
  2. Bridging issues: Verify correct address input, ensure sufficient ETH for gas fees, check bridge status on Starkgate.
  3. Transaction failures: Confirm sufficient balance for fees, check network status, verify transaction parameters.

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