Babylon BTC Staking: Keplr Wallet Setup

Keplr is a non-custodial, multichain wallet built for both newcomers and DeFi users. 

It unifies over 300 networks (IBC chains, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Starknet, and more_ inside one browser extension, mobile app, and a set of dashboards for staking, governance, multisig, and validator management.

What sets Keplr apart?

• All-in-One Staking & Governance
  
  • Delegate, claim rewards, and vote on proposals without leaving the wallet
• Native Bitcoin Staking via the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol
  
  • Bond BTC, delegate to Finality Providers, and earn BABY rewards from a dedicated “BTC Staking” tab.
• Full Babylon Genesis Toolkit
  
  • Boost operational security for validators, manage multisig treasuries, and monitor staking & portfolio dashboard for the Babylon Genesis chain and the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol.

Keplr Infra operates both a Babylon Genesis validator and a Finality Provider, providing users with battle-tested infrastructure to stake their BABY and BTC. 

Keplr is one of the only wallets with vertical ownership across the validator layer and the retail staking interface, delivering tighter security, faster rollouts, and a smooth staking experience.

Founding Background

Keplr was created by Josh Lee and Tony Yun, co-authors of Interchain Accounts (key to Cosmos liquid staking) and co-founders of Osmosis, the largest DEX in Cosmos.

How Keplr Wallet Works

The Keplr wallet operates with a fully open-source codebase. It delivers a secure, multichain experience that works on both desktop and mobile.

Key components:

• Track Portfolio Across 300+ Chains within a single wallet.
• Buy, Swap, and Earn directly from the Keplr wallet.
• Native Staking & Rewards. Delegate tokens and claim rewards in just a few clicks.
• Governance Participation for multiple chains directly in the Keplr Dashboard.
• Detailed Transaction History.
• Seamless dApp Connections to explore DeFi, collect NFTs, and connect to any web3 apps.

Security features:

• Self-custody: Hold your own recovery phrase and private keys, encrypted locally on your device.
• Flexible Sign-In: Create a new 12- or 24-word recovery phrase, import an existing one, or choose Google Sign-In/Apple ID.
• Hardware Wallet Support: Keep keys offline by pairing a Ledger or Keystone.

Built for Babylon Genesis

Keplr unifies all your Babylon Genesis activity in one place, giving you a real-time portfolio view, streamlined on-chain governance, and effortless one-click BABY staking. The dedicated Bitcoin Staking page guides you step-by-step through bonding BTC, choosing Finality Providers, and earning BABY rewards. 

Advanced users can access additional dashboards for:

• Validator management to enhance operational security
• Multisig management for shared treasuries

Because Keplr Infra runs both a Babylon Genesis validator and a Finality Provider, every feature has been production-ready since day one for a seamless and secure path from holding BTC to earning rewards.

How to Use Keplr Wallet

1. Install Keplr Extension & Mobile App

Desktop (Extension): Go to your web browser store (e.g., Chrome Web Store) to add the Keplr Wallet extension. 

Mobile App: Download Keplr Mobile for free from the iOS App Store or Google Play Store.

2. Create or import a wallet

Option 1: Create a Wallet with Google or Apple Login

1. Tap Sign in with Google/Apple.
2. Authorize access to your account.
3. Set a wallet nickname and password, then click Next. Your wallet is ready to use.
   
   

Option 2: Create a Wallet with a Recovery Phrase

1. Click Create New Wallet.
2. Save your 12-word recovery phrase in a secure place.
3. Confirm your recovery phrase, then set your nickname and password.

⚠ Important:

• Keplr does not store your seed phrase.
• Losing your seed phrase means losing your wallet.
• Anyone with access to it can steal your assets. Never share it.

Option 3: Import an Existing Wallet

1. Click Import Existing Wallet → Use Recovery Phrase or Private Key.
2. Choose 12 words, 24 words, or Private Key and enter your details in lowercase and correct order.
3. Create a new nickname and password, then choose the chains you want to enable.
4. Click Save → Finish.

3. Fund the wallet

Receive Tokens

1. In Keplr, search “Babylon” → select Babylon Genesis.
2. Tap the copy icon to copy your Babylon address (starts with bbn…).
3. Use this address to transfer tokens from an exchange or another wallet.

Bridge Assets to Babylon Genesis

1. Open the Swap tab in Keplr.
2. Set your Source Chain → Destination: Babylon Genesis.
3. Confirm the transaction to receive your bridged tokens.

4. Connect to Babylon Genesis

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• Method 1: Home Search Bar → type Babylon → enable the chain.
• Method 2: Menu (☰) → Add/Remove Chains → search Babylon → check → Save.

5. Security best practices

• Protect your seed phrase
  
  • We will never contact you asking for your recovery/seed phrase. Beware of scammers.
  • DO NOT share your seed phrase with anyone.
• Verify All Sites & Transactions
  
  • Only connect Keplr to official URLs.
  • Ensure transaction details in Keplr match the website.
  • View or disconnect sites: Settings → Connected Websites.
• Enhance Wallet Security
  
  • Enable Biometric Login (Mobile):  Settings → Security & Privacy → Use Biometric Authentication
    
    
  • Connect a Hardware Wallet: Account Icon (Extension) or Wallet Dropdown (Mobile) → Add Wallet → Connect Ledger

Tips & Best Practices

• View (and backup) recovery phrase safely
  
  • Account Icon (Extension)/Wallet Name Dropdown (Mobile) → Three Dots next to the account you wish to view → View “Recovery Phrase” → Enter Password
  • We don’t store your recovery phrase for you. You store your own phrase, which is encrypted with your Keplr password locally.
• Use Side-Panel mode for quick signing on Keplr Extension
  
  • Settings → General → toggle “Side Panel”
• Group assets smartly
  
  • Home → View Options → toggle “Smart Grouping” to see Taproot and SegWit BTC side by side
• Enable Manual IBC for complex routes
  
  • Settings → General → toggle “Manual IBC Transfer,” then tap “Transfer” on the bottom of the home screen

Useful Links

• Official Website
• Keplr HelpDesk
• Twitter
• Babylon Staking & Governance Dashboard
  
  • How to Stake $BABY on Keplr Dashboard (Video)
  • How to Stake $BABY on Keplr Dashboard (Blog)
• Bitcoin Staking Dashboard
  
  • How to Stake $BTC on Keplr Dashboard (Tutorial)

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