Frequently asked questions

Question 1

What is Solflare?

Accepted Answer

Solflare is a software wallet / hot wallet designed for the Solana blockchain ecosystem. Solflare is available as a mobile app, browser extension, and web interface, enabling seamless access to Solana-based decentralized applications (dApps), NFTs, and staking. Solflare supports advanced features such as in-app swaps, staking, and NFT management through an intuitive user interface.

Question 2

Is Solflare safe & legit?

Accepted Answer

Solflare is non-custodial and closed source. Solflare has not experienced any major hacks, scandals, or criminal charges. Security measures include encrypted private key storage, password protection, recovery phrases, and optional biometric authentication on supported devices.

Question 3

Who created Solflare?

Accepted Answer

Solflare was developed by Solflare, a company founded by Vidor Gencel.

Question 4

Where is Solflare's company based?

Accepted Answer

Solflare, the company behind Solflare, is headquartered in California, United States.

Question 5

How does Solflare work?

Accepted Answer

Solflare is a non-custodial wallet that makes it possible for users to create or import wallets and manage Solana assets. Solflare can be accessed through Solflare Mobile, browser extensions (Chrome, Firefox), or the web interface. Wallet setup involves generating or importing a recovery phrase. Solflare supports staking, swapping, and NFT interactions directly within the interface.

Question 6

When was Solflare launched?

Accepted Answer

Solflare was launched July 16, 2020.

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