Fuel Wallets: Native & Non-Native

November 7th, 2024

In this article, we'll explore native and non-native wallets on Fuel Ignition, a high-performance Ethereum L2 powered by the FuelVM. Understanding these wallet types is crucial for optimizing your interaction with the Fuel network. We'll break down their key differences, helping you make an informed choice based on your needs.

Native Wallets

Native wallets are custom-built and optimized for the Fuel ecosystem, offering seamless integration with FuelVM's unique design and architecture. These wallets unlock the full potential of the Fuel network for users, boosting both efficiency and user experience in their day-to-day activities.

For an up-to-date directory of Fuel wallets and ecosystem projects, head over to the Fuel ecosystem page.

Fuel Wallet

Fuel Wallet, the official wallet developed by the Fuel Labs team, is compatible with most Chromium-based browsers, including Chrome, Brave, and Microsoft Edge.

Fuelet Wallet

Fuelet Wallet is a native non-custodial wallet for iOS, Android, and browsers with over 200,000 users. It offers a simple user experience and account abstraction.

Bako Safe

Bako Safe is a native, non-custodial, multi-signature wallet for the Fuel network. It leverages predicates for enhanced security, speed, and efficiency, addressing common blockchain challenges.

Non-Native Wallets

Non-native wallets, on the other hand, can interact with the Fuel network through fuel connectors. At the core of this tool are predicates - innovative, stateless smart contracts that power these connectors, bridging the gap between different wallet ecosystems.

The fuel connectors enable users to securely utilize their preferred EVM or SVM wallets on the Fuel network. For instance, users can interact with the Fuel network using popular wallets like MetaMask, Phantom, Rabby, Backpack, Rainbow, Keplr, and more.

How does this work?

When using connectors with your EVM or SVM addresses, Fuel associates them with a predicate that replicates your wallet signatures on Fuel, creating a corresponding Fuel address.

Every signature you make with your EVM or SVM wallet is assessed by the predicate. This allows any wallet to interface with dApps on Ignition, providing a seamless experience when using Fuel.

These predicates, which replicate your signatures, are entirely non-custodial—you alone control them through your signatures.

Important: When using your existing EVM or SVM wallets with Fuel, there's no need to import your seed phrase to the Fuel wallet. Remember to always keep your seed phrase safe and private!

Using Non-Native Wallets

Fuel Connectors offer compatibility with various wallets, enabling you to use your EVM or SVM wallets on Fuel Ignition. However, it's important to understand the difference between native and non-native wallets.

Non-native wallets may have limited functionality compared to native ones. Over time, these limitations will be addressed as wallet providers directly integrate the Fuel network.

We also recommend checking the official non-technical guide on non-native wallets used via Fuel connectors.

Balance Visibility

Asset balances are visible on Ignition dApps and the Fuel explorer. However, non-native wallets like MetaMask can't display these assets directly within their interface.

We've created a video tutorial demonstrating how to check your assets on Fuel Ignition when using non-native wallets:

Exercise caution and only interact with applications that have been thoroughly vetted and are widely recognized as trustworthy within the Fuel ecosystem.

Wallet FAQs

How can I find my Fuel address if I'm using an EVM/SVM wallet?

To find your Fuel address, simply visit the Fuel Connectors site, connect your EVM/SVM wallet, and your Fuel address will be displayed on the dashboard.

Are my Fuel address and EVM address the same?

If you're using your EVM wallet with Fuel connectors, you'll have a different address on Fuel than your EVM address. Generally, Fuel and EVM addresses have distinct formats:

Fuel addresses are 32 bytes long and are computed using the SHA-256 hash of the public key.
EVM addresses are 20 bytes long and are typically derived using the keccak-256 hash of the public key.

Do I need to import my seed phrase into a Fuel wallet?

Technically, you can use the same seed phrase from your EVM/SVM wallet, but it won't be associated with your existing EVM/SVM wallet. It's best to generate a new seed phrase for your Fuel wallet.

Is it secure to use Fuel connectors?

Yes, it's completely secure and has been audited. Fuel connectors are entirely non-custodial, meaning you alone control them through your signatures.

Does using Fuel or EVM/SVM wallets affect my points?

No, your points accumulate regardless of the type of wallet you're using. For more details on point calculation, please refer to the Point Program FAQs.

Bridging Assets to Fuel

Curious about transferring assets from Ethereum Mainnet to Fuel Ignition? This tutorial video offers a comprehensive, step-by-step guide on using the Fuel Bridge. It walks you through each stage of the process, ensuring a seamless transition of your assets between these networks.