Optional Bitcoin wallet
Who this is for: users who enable the in-app wallet (18+). Skip this page if you only use messaging.
What it is
The same 12-word recovery phrase that derives messaging keys can optionally derive a non-custodial Bitcoin wallet on device. Buzzio never takes custody of your coins and cannot reset your phrase or spend for you.
When the wallet is enabled, treat the phrase as access to messaging and funds.
How to use
- Confirm you are 18+ (age gate).
- Open Wallet in the app.
- Activate a new wallet from your existing phrase, or import as the UI allows.
- Set a wallet PIN where prompted (device unlock for spend actions).
- Receive — show or copy your address / QR.
- Send — enter amount and destination; confirm on device.
- Advanced: RBF (replace-by-fee) and related tools when shown in the shipped build.
Chain balance and fiat estimates use public network / price APIs — Subprocessors (e.g. Esplora-style explorers, CoinGecko-style price feeds).
Privacy and custody
| Claim | Reality |
|---|---|
| Custodial “Buzzio holds your BTC” | No |
| Staff can recover spend | No |
| Phrase lost + no backup of keys | Funds and messaging keys can be gone forever |
| Chat “zero metadata” claims | Do not apply to public-chain activity |
| On-chain observers | Can see addresses, amounts, and timing like any Bitcoin wallet |
Never do this
- Paste your phrase into a bot, website, or support chat
- Screenshot your phrase or seed QR into cloud albums
- Enable wallet on a shared / jailbroken device you do not trust
Do not send your phrase to @forge_bot or any third-party bot either — Forge is for bot tokens, not seed custody.
Limits
- Wallet is optional and 18+ only.
- Network fees, confirmation times, and chain rules are outside Buzzio’s control.
- Messaging freemium / Premium SKUs do not include custody or insurance for coins.
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Try |
|---|---|
| Balance looks wrong | Wait for sync; check explorer; confirm you are on the expected network |
| Send fails | Fees / PIN / insufficient funds / node connectivity |
| Phrase rejected on restore | Wrong words or order — staff cannot fix |
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