⚠️ Notice: Free FIO Handle registration is no longer available in Edge upon account creation. Existing FIO Names and functionalities remain fully usable at this time. |
What is FIO and how to use it in Edge
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 blockchain and is compatible with many other blockchains. Edge integrates FIO seamlessly. Here's how to use it.
Register a FIO Handle
To register a new FIO Handle in Edge, open the side menu and tap FIO Names.
Next, you can click to 'Register New Handle' and pay a one time fee to register your very own "...@edge" Fio Handle.
You can also 'Register Custom Domain' for a recurring yearly cost.
All fees are paid in FIO.
Once registered, you can manage your FIO Handle in Edge under the "FIO Names" section by tapping the three line menu at the upper right.
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, by avoiding long address copy, and Edge makes it intuitive.