> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://valltconnect.gitbook.io/us/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://valltconnect.gitbook.io/us/wallet-connect.md).

# Wallet Connect

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## What Is Wallet Connect?

WalletConnect is an open-source protocol that allows you to connect your mobile crypto wallet to different decentralized applications and other crypto wallets.&#x20;

The protocol achieves this through QR code scanning and deep linking, creating a remote and encrypted connection between your mobile crypto wallet and a specific DApp.&#x20;

WalletConnect was created by Pedro Gomes in 2018 and has grown to become a leading wallet infrastructure in the [**Web3 ecosystem**](https://cryptonews.com/guides/what-is-web3.htm).&#x20;

## How Does Wallet Connect Work?

Today, the crypto market is flooded with various wallets available for use. And while this is a plus, it also has its downsides. One such drawback is that DApp developers are unable to carry out native support for all the wallets that are available.&#x20;

This is where WalletConnect comes in handy, as developers can easily and effortlessly implement connections between crypto wallets and DApps. WalletConnect utilizes a shared key between two peers to create the encrypted connection, which makes it secure.

Given how secure WalletConnect is, you can process all your transactions in a secure manner without the need to reveal any personal identifying information as a user. Thus, this protocol guarantees both safety and privacy, something that browser extensions can’t guarantee.

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