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# Creating a Testnet Wallet

### **List of Bitcoin Testnet Wallets**

1. **Bitcoin Core in Prune Mode with `-testnet` Flag**:
   * Download and install Bitcoin Core from the [official website](https://bitcoin.org/en/download).
   * Go to the installation folder and open command prompt
   * Run the following command to start Bitcoin Core in testnet mode:

```
.\bitcoin-qt.exe -testnet -prune=550
```

* This setup minimizes disk usage while allowing you to connect to the Testnet blockchain. <br>

1. **OKX Wallet**:
   * [Download](https://www.okx.com/download) the OKX Wallet extension or mobile app.
   * Go to **Network Settings** and select the Bitcoin Testnet.
   * Generate testnet addresses for your testing needs.<br>
2. **Electrum**:
   * Download Electrum from the [official site](https://electrum.org/).
   * Go to installation folder and open command prompt.
   * Run the following command to start Bitcoin core in testnet mode:

```
.\electrum-4.0.6.exe --testnet
```

* Create te a wallet and use it to send/receive test Bitcoin.

### **Ethereum Testnet (Sepolia)**

1. **MetaMask on Sepolia**:
   * Install the MetaMask browser extension or mobile app.
   * Navigate to **Settings > Networks**.
   * Add the Sepolia Testnet manually if does not exist with the following details:
     * **Network Name**: Sepolia Testnet
     * **RPC URL**: `https://rpc.sepolia.org`
     * **Chain ID**: 11155111
     * **Currency Symbol**: ETH
   * Save the network and switch to it in the MetaMask dropdown.

### **Tron Testnet (Shasta)**

1. **TronLink Wallet**:
   * Install the TronLink Wallet extension or app.
   * Open the wallet, click the settings icon, and select **Shasta Testnet**.
   * Generate a wallet address for your testing activities.