Exodus Phasing Out Monero: How to Seamlessly Migrate Your Monero from Exodus to Cake Wallet
Exodus has announced they are phasing out their Monero support. We've partnered with them to offer a new home for Monero users on Exodus. Switching wallets doesn't have to be a headache; whether you're new to crypto or a seasoned user, we've got you covered.
Why Cake Wallet?
Cake Wallet is designed with your privacy and convenience in mind. It's a user-friendly, open-source, noncustodial wallet that lets you manage, swap, and spend your digital assets securely. Plus, with features like easy swaps and Cake Pay, you'll find it's more than just a place to store your Monero.
- Easy swaps between currencies
- Buy/sell crypto in-app
- Available on both mobile & desktop
- Purchase hundreds of gift cards (including prepaid Visa!) all around the world
- Strong security features
- Open source
- Industry-leading privacy features
Two Easy Migration Options
Recommended: Create a New Wallet in Cake Wallet (Quick, Easy, Secure)
This is the fastest way to get started. By creating a new Monero wallet in Cake Wallet, you'll benefit from the latest security features and a simplified 16-word seed phrase (Polyseed). This will also give you a clean start and reduce sync times.
- Install Cake Wallet (available on iOS, Android, macOS, Linux, and Windows).
- Create a new Monero wallet and follow the on-screen instructions.
- Send your Monero from Exodus to your new Cake Wallet address.
- Confirm your funds have arrived.
Creating New Monero Wallet in Cake Wallet
Advanced: Import Your Existing Exodus Wallet (For Transaction History)
If you need to keep your transaction history, you can import your existing Exodus Monero wallet. This method uses your 25-word seed phrase.
- Back up your 25 word Monero seed phrase from Exodus. (Important, keep this safe!)
- Restore your wallet in Cake Wallet using your seed phrase and creation height.
- Wait for the sync to complete, and your history will be visible.
Quick Tips for a Smooth Migration:
For the fastest migration, we suggest using the new wallet method. It's simpler and takes less time.
- Always double-check your wallet addresses to avoid errors.
- Consider sending a small test transaction first to confirm everything is working.
- Keep your seed phrase safe and secure. Never share it! Even with us.
After migrating, take some time to explore all the features Cake Wallet has to offer. Swap cryptocurrencies, make purchases with Cake Pay, and enjoy the freedom of secure, private transactions.
Need Help?
We're here to assist you every step of the way, 24/7! If you have questions or need support, please reach out to our team in-app or email us: support@cakewallet.com
Learn More
For detailed guides and more information, visit our documentation which gives more technical information for the migration from Exodus to Cake Wallet.