How to Use the FIO Protocol with the Edge App
The FIO Protocol, built by the Foundation for Interwallet Operability (FIO), is a decentralized layer that simplifies crypto by replacing complex wallet addresses with FIO Handles (e.g., "you@edge"). It runs on the FIO Chain and works with any blockchain. The Edge app (www.edge.app), a self-custody wallet, integrates FIO seamlessly. Here’s how to use it.
Register a FIO Handle
In Edge, go to the "FIO Names" section by tapping on the the three line menu at the upper right.
Select "Register FIO Handle" to claim a free handle like "yourname@edge" under the "@edge" domain. Custom names domains cost a one-time fee in FIO tokens or other assets.
Link Your Wallets
Under FIO Names, map your handle to your wallet addresses (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum) for easy multi-asset use.
Tap on any FIO
Send Crypto
Choose an asset in Edge.
Enter the recipient’s FIO Handle (e.g., "friend@edge") instead of an address—Edge handles the rest.
Request Payments
In any linked wallet tap Receive
Enter an amount and then tap "FIO Request"
Input the payer’s FIO Handle plus an optional note (e.g., “Coffee”). Send the encrypted request.
Why It’s Great
FIO Handles simplify transfers, and Edge makes it intuitive.