Frequently asked questions

Question 1

What is Passport Envoy?

Accepted Answer

Passport Envoy is categorized as a software wallet and mobile wallet. Passport Envoy is a simple, self-custodial Bitcoin app that works as a standalone mobile wallet and as a companion interface for the Passport hardware wallets.

Question 2

Is Passport Envoy safe & legit?

Accepted Answer

Passport Envoy has not experienced any major scandals, hacks, or criminal charges. Passport Envoy is open source and non-custodial, with privacy-preserving features like Tor support, optional connection to your own Bitcoin node, PIN or biometric locks.

Question 3

Who created Passport Envoy?

Accepted Answer

Passport Envoy was developed by Foundation Devices, Inc. a company founded by Zach Herbert.

Question 4

Where is Passport Envoy's company based?

Accepted Answer

Foundation Devices, Inc. the company behind Passport Envoy, is based in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.

Question 5

How does Passport Envoy work?

Accepted Answer

Passport Envoy work as a cross-platform mobile application (iOS and Android) that makes it possible for users to manage Bitcoin wallets via on-phone usage and easily integrates with the Passport hardware wallets. Features include account tagging, coin control, transaction boosting/cancellation, device setup, firmware updates, secure backups, and optional use of Tor or your own node for enhanced privacy.

Question 6

When was Passport Envoy launched?

Accepted Answer

Passport Envoy was released around May 17 2023.

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