How to Setup Solana with Phantom Wallet
How to Set Up Your Phantom Wallet for CaptureGem Affiliate Payouts
This guide explains how to set up a Solana wallet using Phantom Wallet to receive affiliate commissions from CaptureGem. As an affiliate, you only need a CaptureGem account to get your unique link and configure payouts; you do not need to install or use any CaptureGem software yourself.
The CaptureGem affiliate program pays commissions in USDC on the Solana network. Find full program details here: CaptureGem Affiliate Program.
This guide covers:
- Setting up a Solana Wallet using Phantom Wallet (Browser Extension).
- Adding your Solana payout address to your CaptureGem account settings.
- Finding and sharing your unique CaptureGem affiliate link.
Step 1: Set Up a Solana Wallet Using Phantom Wallet on Google Chrome
You need a Solana-compatible wallet to receive your USDC affiliate payments. Phantom Wallet is a popular choice for Solana, available as both a browser extension and a mobile app. These steps are based on Phantom's official guide for creating a new wallet via Google Chrome.
Prerequisites
- A supported web browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Edge) for the extension, or a smartphone (iOS or Android) for the mobile app. However, these instructions only cover Google Chrome.
- Internet connection.
Wallet Setup Steps
- Install Phantom Wallet:
- Browser Extension: Visit phantom.app and click "Download" to select your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Edge, etc.).
- Click "Add to Chrome" or the equivalent for your browser.
- Browser Extension: Visit phantom.app and click "Download" to select your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Edge, etc.).

Chrome Store
- Follow the prompts to add the extension.
- After installation, pin the Phantom icon to your toolbar for easy access.

Phantom Extension
- After installation, click the Phantom icon in your browser toolbar to open it.
- Create a New Wallet:
- Open the Phantom extension.
- From the welcome screen, click "Create a new wallet."

Create Wallet
- You can now continue with Email or with generating a mnemonic phrase. You can choose either method.
- After signing in with Google or Apple, or after Creating the Mnemonic, you will be prompted to create a pin.

Create Pin
- Create a password and confirm it. This password secures your wallet on your device.

Create Pin
- You will be prompted to create a username.

Create Username
- You will now see the welcome screen. Click Get Started

Welcome Screen
- Find Your Solana Receiving Address:
- Once your wallet is set up, Phantom displays your wallet’s main screen. You may need to first open the browser extension in the top-right of Google Chrome.

Wallet Balance
- Click on Receive to find your Solana address. Then press the copy button next to Solana. This will copy it to your clipboard.

Copy Address
This is the address you need for your CaptureGem affiliate payouts.
Congratulations, you are now ready to accept payments!
*Note: Your Solana address can receive SOL and Solana-based tokens like USDC. You don’t need to add USDC manually to receive payments.
Step 2: Add Your Solana Address to Your CaptureGem Account
You need to specify where to send your affiliate earnings.
- Log in to CaptureGem: Log in to your account. If you don’t have one, sign up for a free account.
- Enter Payout Address: Look for a field labeled "Payout Wallet."

Payout Wallet
- Paste Your Address: Paste the Solana address you copied from Phantom Wallet (Step 1) into this field.
- Save Changes: Confirm and save your updated settings.
Step 3: Get and Share Your Affiliate Link
Your unique link tracks the customers you refer.
- Join Affiliate Program: If you haven’t already, apply to join the CaptureGem affiliate program. You can do this from your account settings or the affiliate page.

Join Affiliate Program
- Find Your Link: While logged into the CaptureGem website, navigate to the "Affiliate" or "Affiliate Program" section within your account.

Copy Affiliate Link
- Copy Your Link: Locate and copy your unique affiliate link.
- Share: Share this link with potential customers (forums, social media, other websites, etc.). When someone clicks your link, signs up for CaptureGem, and becomes a paying customer, you’ll earn commissions based on the program rules (Affiliate Program Details).
Important Security Reminders
- Never share your Secret Recovery Phrase. Anyone with it can access your funds.
- Store your recovery phrase securely offline. Do not take screenshots or store it digitally where it could be hacked.
- Beware of phishing scams. Neither Phantom Wallet nor CaptureGem will ever ask for your Secret Recovery Phrase or private keys.
- Keep your Phantom Wallet extension/app updated to ensure security and performance.
- Use a strong password and consider enabling biometrics or auto-lock for added protection.
Congratulations! Your Phantom Wallet is set up, linked to your CaptureGem account, and you have your affiliate link ready to share. You can now start earning affiliate commissions. Once you receive USDC in your Phantom Wallet, you can manage it directly within the wallet, including swapping for other tokens or sending it to other addresses. You can also convert USDC 1:1 for USD on platforms like Coinbase, Kraken, or Binance.