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# From a Paper Wallet

Please note these instructions will apply to people holding MAID on paper wallets, or who so simply hold the private key.

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### First, c**reate an OmniWallet Account**

* Go to [OmniWallet](https://www.omniwallet.org/)
* Click on **Create Wallet**
* Set up a **strong password** and securely store it
* After registering, **download the wallet backup** and store it safely
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### **Import Your Private Key**

* Log into your **OmniWallet** account
* Navigate to **My Wallet > My Addresses**
* Click **Add Address,** then proceed to select **Import Address With Private Key.** 

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* Click on **Import Bitcoin Address**
* Enter your **private key** into the provided field. Your private key is written down on your paper wallet.&#x20;
* Click **Add Address** to finalize the import

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Never give anyone your private key or seed phrase as they can access your funds with it
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### [**Continue with the Omni Wallet steps…** ](/how-to-convert-maid/from-omniwallet.md)

Next, continue on with the step by step process described in our [Omni Wallet guide](/how-to-convert-maid/from-omniwallet.md)
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