Frequently asked questions

Question 1

What is Blockstream Jade?

Accepted Answer

Blockstream Jade is a compact, USB-sized hardware wallet / cold wallet designed for managing Bitcoin and Liquid Network assets. Blockstream Jade features a transparent body, full-color screen, and built-in camera that which makes ite fully air-gapped with QR signing. Blockstream Jade supports USB-C and Bluetooth connectivity.

Question 2

Is Blockstream Jade safe & legit?

Accepted Answer

Blockstream Jade is non-custodial and open-source and has not experienced any known hacks, exploits, or scandals. Security features include key storage, PIN protection, a camera-based air-gap signing process, and optional SeedQR recovery. Blockstream Jade uses a virtual secure element design to protect private keys from extraction.

Question 3

Who created Blockstream Jade?

Accepted Answer

Blockstream Jade was created by Blockstream, a Bitcoin infrastructure company co-founded by Adam Back, Alex Fowler, Austin Hill, Gregory Maxwell, Erik Svenson, Jonathan Wilkins, Jorge Timón, Mark Friedenbach, Matt Corallo, and Pieter Wuille.

Question 4

Where is Blockstream Jade's company based?

Accepted Answer

Blockstream, the company behind Blockstream Jade, is headquartered in Montréal, Quebec, Canada.

Question 5

How does Blockstream Jade work?

Accepted Answer

Blockstream Jade connects to the Blockstream Green companion app via USB-C or Bluetooth for transaction management and setup. Blockstream Jade also supports fully air-gapped signing using its built-in camera to scan and display QR codes. The device uses physical buttons for navigation and allows multisig configurations, SeedQR recovery, and stateless signing to enhance privacy and security.

Question 6

When was Blockstream Jade launched?

Accepted Answer

Blockstream Jade was launched January 3, 2021.

Blockstream Jade

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