Welcome to the official Jax Wallet documentation! This guide will help you install, configure, and extend Jax Wallet’s powerful features. Whether you’re a new user seeking a straightforward multi-chain solution or a seasoned dev looking for advanced CLI and API capabilities, we’ve got you covered. Jax Wallet supports Bitcoin, Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, and various other networks, all in one intuitive interface. You can swap tokens instantly, track real-time market data, and leverage open-source contributions from a vibrant community. If you’re curious about building from source or diving into our plugin architecture, this doc is your gateway to everything Jax. Get ready to explore secure backups, multi-factor authentication, advanced logging, and integration guides. We aim to keep it simple yet powerful. Let’s embark on this journey together and unlock the full potential of Jax Wallet.
// Quick snippet:
console.log("Hello from Jax Wallet Docs!");
// This is just a placeholder for demonstration.Installing Jax Wallet is straightforward: 1. **Windows**: Run our official EXE installer (or MSI for enterprise environments). Ensure that you meet the system requirements (Windows 10 or above). 2. **macOS**: Download the DMG file, drag the Jax Wallet app into Applications, and verify via Gatekeeper settings. Supported on macOS Big Sur (11) and higher. 3. **Linux**: Depending on your distro, install via DEB, RPM, or the generic Tar archive. For Debian-based systems, `sudo dpkg -i jaxwallet_latest_amd64.deb`; for RHEL-based, `sudo rpm -Uvh jaxwallet_latest_x86_64.rpm`. If you require a more customizable approach or want the absolute latest commits, you can build from source. This typically involves Node.js, a C++ build environment, and the relevant dependencies for your operating system.
# Debian/Ubuntu example:
sudo dpkg -i jaxwallet_latest_amd64.deb
# For Arch or Manjaro, use the tarball:
tar -xvf jaxwallet_x86_64.tar.gz -C /opt**After installation**, launch Jax Wallet. A guided setup wizard helps you: - Create a new wallet or **import** an existing one (via seed phrase). - Optionally enable multi-factor authentication (2FA). - Set a secure password for local encryption. - Label your addresses for easy organization (e.g., "Savings", "Main", "Trading"). Once the wizard completes, Jax Wallet fetches real-time balances and loads the default network. You can then: - View or add multiple **blockchains** (e.g., Ethereum, BSC, Polygon). - **Send** or **receive** tokens instantly. - Try out **token swapping** to see the aggregator in action. If you prefer the CLI approach, run `jaxwallet-cli create-wallet --label "MyMainWallet"`, followed by `jaxwallet-cli list-addresses` to ensure everything is set. The wallet UI and CLI seamlessly share configuration, so actions in one reflect in the other.
// Example code snippet (CLI):
jaxwallet-cli create-wallet --label "MyMainWallet"
jaxwallet-cli list-addresses
// Should list newly created addresses if setup was successful.The Jax Wallet interface is designed for simplicity and power: - **Dashboard**: Shows overall portfolio (across all chains), quick-swap panel, and top news from integrated feeds (optional). - **Sidebar**: Access advanced features, including plugin management, staking options (if supported), NFT viewer, or bridging. - **Transaction History**: A unified log of sends, receives, swaps, and contract interactions. Filter by chain or date range. - **Settings**: Adjust fees, switch networks, toggle testnet mode, manage user preferences, and enable advanced logs. You can reorder or hide certain panels to suit your workflow. The UI is fully responsive, so on mobile or a smaller screen, Jax Wallet compresses the sidebar and emphasizes main controls.
// Hypothetical UI layout structure
<Dashboard>
<Sidebar>
<MenuItems />
</Sidebar>
<MainPanel>
<Portfolio />
<SwapWidget />
<NewsFeed />
</MainPanel>
</Dashboard>One of the core strengths of Jax Wallet is its **multi-chain** capability: - Manage BTC, ETH, BNB, Polygon, and more in a single wallet UI. - Custom RPC endpoints for testnets or private networks, allowing advanced dev scenarios. - Automatic chain detection: If you import an address that belongs to a recognized chain, Jax promptly adds that chain to your overview. - Cross-asset visibility: see all your tokens, from ERC-20s to BEP-20s or custom chain tokens, in one consolidated list. For dev/test usage, you can load a local or test chain. Jax Wallet references a global chain registry, which you can extend with your own definitions for new blockchains or sidechains.
# CLI example: switch to BSC testnet
jaxwallet-cli switch-network --network "BSC Testnet"Jax Wallet provides **instant token swaps** across various chains with minimal fees. Under the hood, it aggregates liquidity sources (DEXs, bridging protocols) to find you the best price. - **Slippage controls** let you define how much the price can move before the swap reverts. - Detailed quotes show expected output tokens, fees, and route steps. - For cross-chain swaps, Jax seamlessly uses bridging solutions, though times may be longer depending on the chain. In the UI, simply pick "From Token" and "To Token", confirm the amount, and finalize. For the CLI or API approach, specify chain IDs, tokens, and optional advanced parameters (like route debugging or partial fills).
// Example swap request (REST API)
POST /api/v1/swap
{
"network": "Ethereum",
"fromToken": "ETH",
"toToken": "USDC",
"amount": 1.2,
"slippage": 0.01
}Security is paramount in Jax Wallet: 1. **Local encryption**: All private keys are stored locally, encrypted with a user-chosen passphrase. 2. **Optional 2FA**: Link a TOTP app (e.g., Google Authenticator) for additional login protection. 3. **Offline signing**: For extremely cautious users, sign transactions offline (air-gapped device) and then broadcast from an online instance. 4. **No telemetry**: Jax Wallet does not send usage data to external servers, unless you opt-in to error reporting. 5. **MIT License**: The open-source nature ensures community auditing is possible, further enhancing trust. Remember: if you lose your seed phrase and backups, not even the Jax team can recover your funds. Always store seeds in a safe place, ideally on encrypted external media or a hardware wallet if bridging is supported.
// Checking encryption status via CLI
jaxwallet-cli encryption-status
// Output: "Encrypted" or "Not Encrypted".For power users and enterprise settings, Jax Wallet offers extensive configurability: - **Environment variables**: e.g., `JAXWALLET_LOG_LEVEL=debug`, `JAXWALLET_PLUGIN_DIR=/path/to/plugins`. - **Config files**: `config.yaml` can override defaults for transaction fees, default network, UI theme, logging, and more. - **Plugin modules**: Build or import plugins for custom chain explorers, specialized tokens, or bridging logic. - **RPC overrides**: Useful for devs pointing to local nodes or ephemeral test networks. These advanced features let you shape Jax Wallet to specialized workflows or large-scale organizational deployments with unique security or networking constraints.
# Example config.yaml snippet
defaultNetwork: "Polygon"
transactionFee: "economy"
logging:
level: "debug"
plugins:
- "bridge-aggregator"
- "custom-explorer"The CLI Tools let you manage Jax Wallet in headless or script-driven environments. Ideal for: - **Server-based** usage, where a GUI is not practical. - **Automations** for sending out scheduled payments or mass transactions. - **CI/CD** pipelines: e.g., paying out bounties or collecting test data from multiple addresses. Some popular commands: - `list-addresses` or `list-transactions` - `send` (with optional `--memo`, `--gasPrice`, or `--nonce`) - `export-wallet` (generate encrypted backups) - `watch-only` (import addresses without private keys, perfect for monitoring balances)
# Example commands
jaxwallet-cli send --to 0xABC123 --amount 2.0 ETH --label "Payroll"
jaxwallet-cli export-wallet --output backups/mywallet.jsonThe Jax Wallet REST API provides programmatic access to addresses, balances, transactions, and more. Common endpoints include: - **GET** `/api/v1/balance?address=...`: retrieve the balance of a given address on the specified network. - **POST** `/api/v1/send`: create and broadcast a transaction. - **GET** `/api/v1/transactions`: list recent transactions, optionally filtered by address or time range. - **GET** `/api/v1/networks`: discover which networks are currently loaded and their status. Authentication typically involves a local token or key-based auth if you’re running Jax in a secured server environment. Each endpoint includes thorough JSON responses and well-defined error codes, facilitating robust integration into web or mobile apps.
GET /api/v1/transactions?address=0x123
{
"status": "success",
"data": [
{
"txHash": "0xdeadbeef...",
"amount": 0.5,
"timestamp": 1670001112,
"network": "Ethereum"
}
]
}When handling high-volume transactions or frequent market data fetches, you may need to tune performance: - **Enable caching**: Jax Wallet can cache repeated calls from block explorers or market data APIs for short durations. - **Parallel fetching**: concurrency is leveraged for multi-chain queries (balances, transaction history, etc.). - **Lightweight node**: connect Jax Wallet to a local or remote light client if full nodes are too large for your setup, without sacrificing too much speed or security. For extremely large-scale scenarios, consider distributing requests across multiple Jax Wallet instances or using load balancing. Debug logs (`log level=debug`) can highlight bottlenecks or slow third-party endpoints.
// Pseudo-code for parallel calls
Promise.all([
getBalance("0xABC..."),
getTxHistory("0xABC..."),
getSwapRates("ETH", "USDC")
])
.then(results => {
// handle combined data
})
.catch(err => console.error(err));Incorporate Jax Wallet into your own applications or services: 1. **React Hook**: We offer a `useJaxWallet()` hook (community plugin) for direct injection into React-based dApps. 2. **Node.js**: The `@jaxwallet/node-sdk` library allows easy spawning of CLI commands or direct RPC calls within Node. 3. **Web Components**: A minimal custom element that can embed Jax Wallet UI into any site, enabling sign-in, token swap widgets, etc. 4. **iFrame**: Basic, but can suffice for restricted embed scenarios. 5. **Examples**: The `examples/` directory in our GitHub repo includes projects for Next.js, Express, and plain HTML/JS. Be sure to manage user secrets properly when bridging or using multiple networks. Test thoroughly with minimal amounts or testnets before going live.
import { useJaxWallet } from "jaxwallet-react";
function MyDapp() {
const { connect, getBalance, sendTransaction } = useJaxWallet();
// ...
return (
<button onClick={() => connect()}>
Connect Jax Wallet
</button>
);
}Common issues and solutions: - **Sync stuck**: If block explorer APIs are down, Jax might show stale balances. Retry or switch to a fallback explorer in `Settings -> Network`. - **Transaction not found**: Some blockchains can have delayed confirmations. Try `rescan` or verify the block height. - **Unexpected error**: Enable `log level=debug` or run the CLI with `--verbose` to gather more info. - **Conflict with antivirus**: Windows Defender or other AV software might flag a new release. Whitelist Jax Wallet or wait for the code-signing certificate to propagate. If the problem persists, open a GitHub issue with logs or console output. Our community actively triages reports and merges fixes quickly.
// Enable verbose logs
jaxwallet-cli set-log-level debug
// Or in config.yaml
logging:
level: "debug"**Q1: Does Jax Wallet support testnets?** Yes, just switch in `Settings -> Network` or add `--testnet` in CLI. **Q2: Can I import hardware wallets?** Directly, no. However, you can create watch-only addresses from hardware wallet xpub keys. Full hardware signing might require bridging or future plugin expansions. **Q3: Where are my logs?** On Windows: `%AppData%/JaxWallet/logs`. On macOS: `~/Library/Logs/JaxWallet`. On Linux: `~/.config/JaxWallet/logs`. Check them for debug messages or errors if something acts unexpectedly.
/* Sample code snippet for further clarifications:
If there's any confusion about testnets, remember to specify the network ID. */Jax Wallet is fully open-source under the MIT License. You can: - **File issues** on GitHub for bugs, feature requests, or security concerns. - **Submit pull requests** for code improvements, translations, or plugin modules. - **Join Discord**: Chat with devs, share tips, or solve integration challenges. - **Host meetups** or add your own docs. We love community-driven expansions. Our dev team welcomes suggestions, bounty ideas, or cross-chain alliances. If you’re a bridging protocol or layer-2 solution, reach out so we can integrate your network and bring more value to Jax Wallet’s users.
// Example dev build from source
git clone https://github.com/JaxWallet/jaxwallet.git
cd jaxwallet
npm install && npm run build