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How to connect with Backpack Extension

Welcome to the tutorial that will guide you through the process of connecting your Keystone hardware wallet with the Backpack Extension to manage assets on Solana.

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to establish the connection and explore the fundamental features of Backpack Wallet. Let's dive in!

Preparation for Connectionundefined​

  1. Firmware version 1.5.4 or newer running on Keystone 3 Pro.
  2. Download the latest version of the Backpack Wallet Extension.

Step 1: Connecting your Keystone with Backpack Extension​

On Your Keystone Hardware Wallet:​

  • Tap the [...] icon at the top right of the homepage, and choose [Connect Software Wallet].
  • Choose [Backpack], and the Keystone device will display a QR code.
  • Then ready to be scanned with Backpack Wallet.

On the Backpack Extension:​

Run the Backpack extension

  • Click [Import Wallet] on the main page > Choose [Use a hardware wallet].

  • Select the Network you want to connect with > Choose [Use a Keystone Wallet].

  • Choose [Allow] for your computer’s camera to get access to scan.

  • Scan the QR code from Keystone.

  • Select the path and accounts that you are going to import then tap [Import Wallet].

  • Create a password > Name your own account.

  • Your wallet is all set!

That's it! Your Keystone hardware wallet is now successfully connected with Backpack!

Step2: Send Solana with your Keystone Hardware Wallet

  • Create a SOL transaction on Backpack Extension
    • Click [Send] > input the amount and recipient address. Then tap [Next] for the next step.

  • Select [Solana]

  • Enter the Receipt Address, and then click [Next].

  • Enter the amount you want to send, and then click [Review].

  • After confirming the transaction by pressing [Approve].

  • A QR code of Getting signature is ready on the Backpack Extension.

  • Get Signature on Keystone
    • Tap the scan icon on your Keystone and scan the QR code displayed on Backpack Extension to transmit the signed transaction data.
    • A signature QR code will be displayed on the device.
  • Get Back to Backpack Extension
    • Click [Get Signature] and scan the signature QR code displayed on your Keystone.

  • And there you have it! You've successfully sent your SOL to another address.

Once you've connected Keystone with Backpack, you can do more than just send currency easily. You can still access all of Backpack's features.

Keystone, as a hardware wallet, secures your assets, and all transactions after binding require Keystone's signature. Plus, you can explore and use various online features in Backpack to meet your basic needs.