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September 2, 2025

How to Set Up and Use Tomo Wallet: A Beginner’s Guide to Babylon Genesis

Learn how to set up Tomo Wallet and stake BABY or BTC on Babylon Genesis using a secure, mobile-first wallet with social logins and trustless Bitcoin staking.

🔑 Key Takeaways

  • Tomo is a mobile-first, non-custodial wallet that supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cosmos, TON, and more.
  • It integrates directly with Babylon Genesis, letting users stake BABY tokens, delegate to validators, and manage rewards.
  • Native BTC staking is supported via the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol—no wrapping, bridging, or custodians required.
  • Features include wallet handles (@name.tomo), social recovery, multi-factor authentication, and developer SDK integration.
  • Setup is fast with social logins, while advanced users can import wallets via seed phrase or private key.

Tomo Wallet is a non-custodial, multichain wallet designed to make crypto accessible while maintaining strong security. Built for both beginners and experienced Web3 users, Tomo is mobile-first, with an emphasis on ease of use and social integration.

Tomo supports multiple blockchain networks, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, TON, Cosmos, and various Layer 2s, enabling you to interact with diverse ecosystems in a single app.

For Babylon Genesis participants, Tomo provides direct integration with BABY token staking, validator discovery, and native Bitcoin staking via the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol, all through an intuitive and secure interface.

How Tomo Wallet Works 

Tomo is designed with modular, mobile-first architecture and built in a way that enables anyone to onboard Web3 with simple social logins. The wallet is available as a mobile app and as an embeddable extension inside third-party dApps and websites. 

Key Features of Tomo Wallet

Feature Description
Universal Access Sign in with social accounts; non-custodial key management ensures you control your funds.
Embedded Wallets Integrate Tomo wallets directly into dApps via the Tomo SDK for seamless onboarding.
Human-Readable Handles Replace long wallet addresses with easy-to-remember handles (e.g., @name.tomo).
Cross-Chain Compatibility Works with major Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchains, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, TON, and Cosmos.
Security Enhancements Supports social recovery, multi-factor authentication, and device-level encryption for key storage.
Babylon Genesis & Bitcoin Staking Full support for BABY token staking, validator delegation, and native BTC staking via the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol.
Developer Tools Web SDK and EVM Kit for integrating Tomo into applications.

How Tomo Wallet Works

Tomo Wallet is built with a modular, mobile-first architecture and can be used either as a standalone mobile app or embedded directly inside third-party dApps.

Security is a priority. Tomo reduces reliance on seed phrases by offering social recovery, multi-factor authentication, and secure local storage for wallet keys.

In the Babylon ecosystem, Tomo supports:

  • Staking BABY tokens
  • Validator selection
  • Native BTC staking via the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol
  • Integration into Babylon Genesis-connected apps through the Tomo Enterprise SDK

Getting Started with Tomo Wallet

Getting started with Tomo is fast and beginner-friendly. Follow these steps to set up your wallet and connect to Babylon Genesis: 

1. Install and Create Your Wallet

  • Download from the [iOS App Store] or [Google Play], or via the official Tomo Wallet website.
  • Tap Create Wallet.
  • A smart wallet is generated automatically with a wallet handle (e.g., @yourname.tomo).
  • Set up recovery using a device key, social login, or external backup.
  • Advanced users can import wallets via private key or seed phrase.

2. Fund Your Wallet

  • Receive tokens: Tap Receive, copy your address, or share your wallet handle with other Tomo users.
  • Buy crypto: Tap Buy, select your token, complete KYC if required, and choose a payment method.
  • Babylon Genesis support appears automatically once you hold supported tokens.

Staking with Tomo Wallet

How to Stake BABY Tokens on Babylon Genesis

  1. Open Tomo Wallet.
  2. Navigate to the Babylon staking portal via the “Sites” tab in Rewards.
  3. Select BABY token staking.
  4. Choose your validators (diversifying across multiple is recommended).
  5. Enter the staking amount and confirm.

How to Stake Bitcoin (BTC) via the Babylon Bitcoin staking protocol

Note: BTC staking is a separate process from BABY token staking.

  1. In Tomo Wallet, switch your network to Bitcoin.
  2. Access the Babylon BTC staking interface from the “Sites” tab.
  3. Enter the amount of BTC to stake.
  4. Select your Finality Provider (if applicable) and confirm.
  5. Your BTC is now staked trustlessly without wrapping, bridging, or third-party custody.

Security Best Practices

  • Enable social recovery or store your recovery credentials securely.
  • Use a passkey and PIN lock on your mobile device.
  • Avoid public Wi-Fi unless using a VPN and device-level security.
  • For extra safety, keep backup recovery methods offline.

Tips for Tomo Wallet Users

  • Use wallet handles instead of copying long addresses for Tomo-to-Tomo transfers.
  • Set up a recovery email during wallet creation.
  • Developers: Explore the Tomo SDK for embedding wallets into dApps and simplifying onboarding.

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