To order a node or run your own, you first need to create a Farm ID. A farm is a digital location where your node(s) will be placed. It’s linked to your personal wallet, where you receive the rewards generated by your node(s).

Follow the steps below to set it up in just a few minutes using the ThreeFold Connect App on your mobile phone.

What you’ll need

  • A smartphone (YourOS, Android or iOS)
  • Internet connection
  • A valid email address
  • A pen and paper (for security purposes)

Step-by-step guide

Step 1: Install the ThreeFold Connect app

Download the app:

If you have an OwnPhone, the app is already pre-installed on your device.

Once installed, open the app.

Step 2: Create your account

  1. Choose a username.
  1. Enter your email address (you’ll receive a confirmation email).
  1. Carefully write down the 24-word seed phrase shown to you.
    Important:
    • Do not take a screenshot.
    • Do not store it digitally.
    • Write it down on paper and keep it safe.
    • This is the only way to recover your account and wallet.
  1. You’ll be asked to confirm 3 words from your seed phrase to complete verification.
  1. Set a 4-digit PIN code for easy future access.
  1. Finish the account setup and check your email inbox for a confirmation email. Click the verification link.

Step 3: Create your wallet

  1. In the app menu, go to Wallet.
  1. Tap Initialize Wallet.
  1. Your wallet will initially be named Daily (you can rename it later).
  1. You now have two wallets:
    • Stellar wallet – used to receive your TFT tokens.
    • TFChain wallet – used internally by ThreeFold (no action required).

To view your wallet address or rename it, tap on the wallet name, then tap the info (i) icon.

Step 4: Create your farm

  1. In the app menu, go to Farming.
  1. The app will search for existing farms – you’ll likely see “No farms found.”
  2. Tap the plus (+) icon in the top right.
  1. Choose between:
    • Version 3 farm (for older nodes)
    • Version 4 farm (for the latest 3Nodes)
  1. Enter a public farm name (this name will appear globally).
  1. Select your wallet (usually called Daily, unless renamed).
  2. Tap Create.

You’re done

Once your farm is created, tap the top-right arrow to open the overview. You’ll see your Farm ID listed there. This number is important:

  • Use it when ordering a 3Node.
  • Or when setting up a self-built node with custom software.

Final tip: keep your seed phrase safe

You are now the only one with access to your wallet and your farm. Losing your 24-word seed phrase means losing access to your wallet forever. Make a secure backup and store it safely.