# On Mobile

Mobile wallets provide the easiest way for users to access and use Mento stables directly from their smartphones. Two primary options are available: Valora and MiniPay, both offering unique features for different user needs.

## Valora Wallet

Valora is a mobile-first crypto wallet that makes saving, sending and spending crypto as easy as sending a text. Available on both iOS and Android, Valora provides comprehensive support for all Mento stables.

#### Key Features

* **Full Mento stable support**: Hold USDm, EURm, and BRLm in your Valora wallet
* **Simple swaps**: Convert between CELO and Mento stables directly in-app
* **Phone number sending**: Send to contacts using just their phone number
* **DeFi integration**: Access Celo DeFi protocols directly from the wallet

#### Getting Started with Valora

1. Download Valora from [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/valora/id1520414263) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.clabs.valora)
2. Create or import a wallet
3. Fund your wallet with CELO via:
   * Bank transfer (through partners)
   * Crypto transfer from another wallet
   * On-ramp providers like Ramp
4. Swap CELO to USDm, EURm, BRLm and others using the in-app exchange

Learn more at [valora.xyz](https://valora.xyz/)

## MiniPay Wallet

MiniPay is a self-custodial stablecoin wallet built on the Celo blockchain and integrated into the Opera Mini browser. Originally launched in Africa where it has over 3 million users, MiniPay is now available globally as a standalone app.

#### Key Features

* **Phone number based**: Sending with MiniPay is like sending a text, done in 5 seconds. All you need is a phone number.
* **Pockets feature (Powered by Mento)**: One-click swaps between three stablecoins with drag-and-drop interface

#### Getting Started with MiniPay

1. Download MiniPay from [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/app/minipay) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.minipay)
2. Create account with Google sign-in
3. Verify phone number
4. Add funds using available methods

Learn more at [minipay.to](https://minipay.to/)

## Security Considerations

Both wallets are self-custodial, meaning:

* You control your private keys
* No third party can access your funds
* Backup mechanisms protect against device loss
* Biometric authentication for transactions

## Best Practices

1. **Always verify recipient numbers** before sending
2. **Keep your recovery method secure** (seed phrase for Valora, Google account for MiniPay)
3. **Start with small amounts** when testing new features
4. **Enable biometric security** for transaction approval
5. **Regular backups** of your wallet credentials

### Next Steps

* [Getting Stables on Celo](https://docs.mento.org/mento-v3/other/getting-mento-stables/on-celo) - Other ways to acquire Mento stables
* [Bridge from Other Chains](https://docs.mento.org/mento-v3/other/getting-mento-stables/from-other-chains) - Cross-chain options
* [Using the Mento Web App](https://app.mento.org/?chain=42220) - Desktop trading interface