# Add a new wallet

In the **Accounts Directory**, you can add a wallet to **Addresses** or **Recipients** for enhanced tracking, compliance monitoring, and risk assessment. This ensures that all wallets associated with your counterparties are properly categorized and screened for compliance risks.

***

## How to add a wallet

{% stepper %}
{% step %}

### Navigate to the Accounts Directory

* In the **Ospree Dashboard**, go to the **Accounts Directory** section.
* Select either the **Accounts** or **Recipients** tab, depending on where you want to add the wallet.
  {% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Click "Add New Wallet"

* Locate the **“Add a New Wallet”** button in the **bottom-right corner** of the screen.
* Click the button to open the wallet entry form.
  {% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Enter wallet details

* **Paste the wallet hash**: Enter the unique wallet address in the search bar.
* **Select the blockchain**: Choose the correct **blockchain network** associated with the wallet. Supported chains include:
  * **Bitcoin**
  * **Ethereum**
  * **Polygon**
  * **Tron**
  * **Solana**
  * And more
    {% endstep %}

{% step %}

### Configure additional settings

* **Self-Hosted Wallet?**: Indicate if the wallet is self-hosted or managed by a third party. (Default: "No")
* **Scan for Risk?**: Decide if a risk screening on the wallet should be performed immediately.
* **Select a Screening Provider**: Choose a provider for compliance checks. 
* The system will begin processing the wallet data, and a loading screen will appear with the message: **"This process may take over 60 seconds, depending on the volume of data."**
* Once completed, the wallet will be added to the **Accounts Directory**, and any associated risk indicators will be displayed.
  {% endstep %}
  {% endstepper %}

{% hint style="success" %}
Enable risk scanning during the wallet addition process to immediately identify potential compliance concerns before any transactions occur. By adding wallets to Ospree, you ensure complete oversight and compliance across all cryptocurrency transactions. 
{% endhint %}