What is a wallet and how does the TU Gallery wallet work?
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A wallet to buy NFTs (Non Fungible Tokens) is an essential tool in the world of cryptocurrencies and digital assets. Basically, a wallet is an application or software that allows users to store, receive and send cryptocurrencies, as well as interact with decentralized applications (dApps) and NFT markets.
When configured, the user obtains a public key and a private key; the public key acts as an address to which others can send NFTs or cryptocurrencies, while the private key is needed to authorize transactions, ensuring secure access.
To purchase an NFT, the user needs to load their wallet with the supported cryptocurrency (such as Ether in the case of Ethereum) and then connect the wallet to an NFT marketplace, such as OpenSea, Rarible or TU Gallery. Through the wallet, the user can transact, sign smart contracts and manage their collection of NFTs securely and efficiently.
How does the TU Gallery wallet work?
Within the TU Gallery we can find a wide variety of NFT collections in categories such as art, illustration, literature and entertainment. To acquire these digital works, it will be necessary to connect to the MetaMask wallet, and with it we can enter the world of buying and selling NFTs on different platforms.
What is MetaMask?
MetaMask, created in 2016 by ConsenSys, is a digital wallet for Ethereum and other blockchains. It stands out for being a browser extension that allows connecting to various dApps, as well as offering access to other blockchains and ERC-20 tokens. Its functionality and efficiency facilitate new methods of working in the financial sphere.
Primarily, it is used to access decentralized finance (DeFi) and provides an effective solution on top of Ethereum. This token is used to perform transactions, access digital money and information services, being an open source platform based on blockchain technology.
How to create my MetaMask account?
Let’s see in 4 steps how to create a MetaMask account:
Step 1: Download and install the extension or application.
First, you will need to install the extension in your browser or download the mobile app from the Metamask page. If you are using the Chrome browser, you can visit the dedicated section on their website for this and click on “”Add to Chrome””. Once the extension is accepted and added, you will see the fox icon on the top right of the extensions bar.
Step 2: Start the process
To begin creating an account, click on the fox icon in your browser and select “Try it Now”. You will be asked if you want to import an existing wallet or create a new one. Choose to create a new one. Generate a unique password, remembering that it should be different from the ones you use on other sites to ensure good security.
Step 3: Write down the seed pharse
The seed pharse is the most important element in the process of creating a Metamask account. You will need to write it down, as Metamask will ask you to verify that you have entered it correctly.
This phrase is required to operate and restore access to your wallet on any device. Keep in mind that, with this phrase, anyone could transfer all your funds to another account, so it is crucial to store it in a physical format, such as on a piece of paper that only you know where to find it. By all means avoid storing this phrase on a digital medium with internet access.
Once you have written it down and stored it in a safe place, you can now perform the verification in Metamask by completing the phrase.
Step 4: Enter ETH and get your Ethereum address
After verifying the seed phrase, Metamask will allow you to transfer ETH to your wallet from another wallet or buy on Coinbase.
Once you close that window, you will see “Account 1” and, just below it, a number starting with “0x…”. This number is your Ethereum address, similar to a bank account number, and can be used to receive ETH, NFTs and Ethereum-based tokens.
Once the process is complete, every time you want to access your wallet, simply click on the extension and log in with your credentials.
Discover TU Gallery collections
Now that you have been able to create your account and connect your wallet, it’s the perfect time to discover the range of collections available on TU Gallery.
To learn more about the collections you can visit the following articles in each category and choose the one that interests you the most: art and illustration , literature, entertainment and with utilities in the Metaverse collections.
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