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Using Mobile Wallet

The Pastella mobile wallet is a secure, modern Android application for managing your PAS on the go.

Features​

  • Wallet Creation: Generate new 25-word mnemonic wallets or import existing ones
  • Secure Storage: Mnemonic phrases stored locally with PIN protection
  • Send & Receive: Send transactions with QR scanning and address validation
  • Transaction History: View all incoming, outgoing, and staking transactions
  • Staking: Stake PAS coins with selectable durations
  • Wallet Sync: Automatic blockchain scanning and balance tracking
  • Address Book: Save frequently used addresses
  • Multi-language: English, Dutch, and German support

Installation​

From Source​

git clone https://github.com/PastellaOrg/pastella-mobile-wallet.git
cd pastella-mobile-wallet
npm install

Running on Device​

Android Emulator​

  1. Start Android Studio and create an AVD
  2. Run: npm run android

Physical Device​

  1. Enable USB Debugging
  2. Connect via USB
  3. Run: npm run android

Building APK​

expo build:android

First Time Setup​

Creating a New Wallet​

  1. Open the app
  2. Tap Create Wallet
  3. Choose a PIN code
  4. Write down your 25-word mnemonic seed phrase
  5. Confirm your mnemonic

⚠️ Important: Store your mnemonic safely. It's the only way to recover your wallet!

Importing Existing Wallet​

  1. Open the app
  2. Tap Import Wallet
  3. Enter your 25-word mnemonic seed phrase
  4. Choose a PIN code
  5. Wait for the wallet to sync

Receiving PAS​

  1. Tap Receive
  2. Copy your public address or show QR code
  3. Share the address or QR code with the sender
  4. Wait for the transaction to confirm

Sending PAS​

  1. Tap Send
  2. Enter the recipient address
  3. Enter the amount (in PAS or atomic units)
  4. Select fee tier
  5. Confirm and authorize with your PIN

Staking​

  1. Tap Staking
  2. Choose staking duration:
    • 30 days (2% APY)
    • 90 days (8% APY)
    • 180 days (18% APY)
    • 365 days (50% APY)
  3. Enter the amount to stake
  4. Confirm and authorize

Your stake will be locked for the chosen period, and you'll earn rewards automatically.

Viewing Stakes​

  • See all your active stakes
  • Check pending rewards
  • View stake history

Node Configuration​

The wallet connects to Pastella daemon nodes. Configure:

  1. Tap Settings → Node Management
  2. Add a custom node:
    • Name: My Node
    • URL: http://your-node-ip:21001
  3. Select the node from the list

Address Book​

Save frequently used addresses:

  1. Tap Address Book
  2. Tap Add Address
  3. Enter:
    • Name (e.g., "Exchange Wallet")
    • Address
  4. Save

Security Tips​

PIN Protection​

  • Always use a strong PIN
  • Don't share your PIN with anyone
  • Change your PIN periodically

Backup​

  • Write down your mnemonic on paper
  • Store in multiple secure locations
  • Never store it digitally (screenshots, cloud storage, etc.)
  • Test with a small amount first

Device Security​

  • Use a screen lock
  • Keep your device updated
  • Avoid rooted devices
  • Use official builds only

Troubleshooting​

Sync Issues​

  • Check your internet connection
  • Verify the node URL is correct
  • Restart the app
  • Make sure the node is fully synced

Transaction Not Confirming​

  • Check your balance
  • Verify the recipient address
  • Make sure you're connected to a synced node
  • Try increasing the fee

Can't Import Wallet​

  • Double-check your mnemonic spelling
  • Make sure you have all 25 words in the correct order
  • Ensure extra spaces aren't included

Screenshots​

The wallet provides an intuitive interface for all operations:

  • Dashboard: Balance, transaction overview
  • Send/Receive: Clean transaction interface
  • Staking: Easy stake creation and management
  • Settings: Node management and preferences

Multi-Language Support​

The wallet supports:

  • 🇬🇧 English
  • 🇳🇱 Dutch
  • 🇩🇪 German

Change language in Settings → Language.

Getting Help​