Frequently asked questions

Question 1

What is Tapsigner?

Accepted Answer

Tapsigner is a compact hardware wallet / cold wallet designed as a credit card-sized NFC smart card. Tapsigner store Bitcoin private keys and facilitates transaction signing by tapping on a mobile device or desktop reader.

Question 2

Is Tapsigner safe & legit?

Accepted Answer

Tapsigner is non-custodial, open-source, and has not been associated with any hacks, exploits, or scandals. Security features include AES-128-CTR encrypted backup, and NFC-based signing.

Question 3

Who created Tapsigner?

Accepted Answer

Tapsigner was created by Coinkite Inc., a company founded by Rodolfo Novak, and Peter D. Gray.

Question 4

Where is Tapsigner's company based?

Accepted Answer

Coinkite Inc., the company behind Tapsigner, is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Question 5

How does Tapsigner work?

Accepted Answer

Tapsigner works by pairing with compatible wallet apps where users configure the wallet by combining their entropy with the card's secret entropy. NFC technology makes secure transaction signing possible without exposing private keys to connected devices. The setup process involves scanning the card using the companion app, ensuring a secure and user-friendly experience.

Question 6

When was Tapsigner launched?

Accepted Answer

Tapsigner was released on January 24, 2022.

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