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Troubleshooting

This guide helps you resolve common issues with eckoWALLET. Find your problem below and follow the solutions.

Quick Diagnosis

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Installation Issues

Browser Extension Won't Install

Problem: Extension doesn't install or show up

Solutions:

  1. Check Browser Compatibility:

    • eckoWALLET requires Chromium-based browsers

    • Works on: Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera

    • Doesn't work on: Firefox, Safari (use mobile app instead)

  2. Update Your Browser:

  3. Check Extensions Page:

    • Go to chrome://extensions

    • Look for eckoWALLET in the list

    • Enable if disabled

    • Click "Details" to check for errors

  4. Reinstall:

  5. Check for Conflicts:

    • Disable other wallet extensions temporarily

    • Some extensions conflict with each other

Mobile App Won't Install

Problem: Can't install from App Store or Play Store

Solutions:

  1. Check Device Requirements:

    • iOS: Requires iOS 13.0 or later

    • Android: Requires Android 8.0 or later

  2. Storage Space:

    • Free up at least 200MB

    • Delete unused apps

    • Clear cache

  3. App Store Issues:

    • Sign out and back into your app store account

    • Update App Store/Play Store app itself

    • Restart device

  4. Country Restrictions:

Extension Icon Not Visible

Problem: Installed but can't see icon in toolbar

Solutions:

  1. Pin the Extension:

    • Click puzzle icon (Extensions) in Chrome toolbar

    • Find eckoWALLET

    • Click pin icon to keep visible

  2. Restart Browser:

    • Close all browser windows

    • Reopen and check again


Wallet Access Issues

Forgot Password

Problem: Can't remember wallet password

Solutions:

  1. No Password Recovery Available:

    • There is NO password reset function

    • This is a security feature, not a bug

    • Password cannot be recovered by anyone

  2. Restore Using Recovery Phrase:

  3. If You Have Access on Another Device:

    • Open eckoWALLET on working device

    • Go to Settings → Security → Show Recovery Phrase

    • Enter password on that device

    • Write down recovery phrase

    • Use it to restore on problem device

Lost Recovery Phrase

Problem: Don't have recovery phrase and forgot password

Outcome: Your funds are permanently lost

Why:

  • Non-custodial wallets have no backdoor

  • No one can recover your wallet

  • This includes eckoWALLET support, developers, everyone

Prevention for Future:

  • Always back up recovery phrase when creating wallet

  • Store in multiple secure locations

  • Test restoration periodically

If Wallet Still Accessible:

  1. Open eckoWALLET immediately

  2. Go to Settings → Security → Show Recovery Phrase

  3. Enter password

  4. Write down recovery phrase NOW

  5. Store securely offline

Wallet is Locked

Problem: Wallet keeps locking or won't unlock

Solutions:

  1. Enter Correct Password:

    • Make sure Caps Lock is off

    • Check keyboard language

    • Try copy-paste if typing doesn't work

  2. Check Auto-Lock Settings:

    • Settings → Security → Auto-lock

    • Adjust timeout if too short

    • Minimum 1 minute

  3. Biometric Not Working (Mobile):

    • Ensure biometric authentication is enabled in device settings

    • Re-register fingerprint/face

    • Fall back to password

  4. Extension Resets on Browser Restart:

    • Check if browser is clearing data on close

    • Browser Settings → Privacy → Keep data

    • Add exception for eckoWALLET


Balance and Display Issues

Missing Funds / Balance Shows Zero

Problem: Had funds, now showing zero or missing

Check These First:

  1. Wrong Chain:

    • Switch between chains (0-19)

    • Your funds might be on different chain

    • Example: Funds on Chain 1, viewing Chain 0

  2. Wrong Network:

    • Settings → Network

    • Check if on Mainnet vs Testnet

    • Testnet and Mainnet are completely separate

  3. Wrong Account:

    • Check if you switched to different account

    • Click account dropdown

    • Select correct account

  4. Blockchain Sync Delay:

    • Wait 1-2 minutes

    • Close and reopen wallet

    • Pull down to refresh (mobile)

  5. Verify on Block Explorer:

    • Copy your account address

    • Visit https://explorer.chainweb.com/mainnet

    • Search for your account

    • Check balance on-chain

If Funds Really Missing:

  • Check transaction history for unauthorized transactions

  • Verify you're using correct recovery phrase

  • Contact support immediately if funds were stolen

Tokens Not Showing

Problem: Received tokens but don't see them in wallet

Solutions:

  1. Add Token Manually:

    • Go to Token/Assets section

    • Click "Add Token" or "+"

    • Enter token contract details

    • Token should appear

  2. Wrong Chain:

    • Tokens may be on different chain

    • Check all chains

  3. Unsupported Token:

    • Some custom tokens may not display properly

    • Balance still exists on-chain

    • Use block explorer to verify

  4. Refresh Token List:

    • Pull down to refresh

    • Or restart wallet

Incorrect Balance Displayed

Problem: Balance doesn't match expected amount

Troubleshooting:

  1. Verify on Block Explorer:

    • Check on-chain balance

    • If explorer shows correct amount, it's a display issue

    • If explorer shows same wrong amount, check transactions

  2. Add Up All Chains:

    • Your balance is split across chains

    • Chain 0: X KDA

    • Chain 1: Y KDA

    • Total: X + Y KDA

  3. Pending Transactions:

    • Check if transactions are pending

    • Pending sends reduce available balance

  4. Cache Issue:

    • Close and reopen wallet

    • Clear app cache (mobile)

    • Clear extension data and restore


Transaction Problems

Can't Send Transaction

Problem: Send button doesn't work or transaction fails to create

Common Causes & Solutions:

  1. Insufficient Balance:

    • Need funds + gas fee

    • Keep at least 0.01 KDA extra for gas

    • Check correct chain

  2. Wrong Chain Selected:

    • Ensure you have balance on source chain

    • Switch to chain with funds

  3. Invalid Recipient Address:

    • Double-check address format

    • Should start with k: for most accounts

    • Full 64-character public key after k:

  4. Amount Formatting:

    • Use decimal point, not comma

    • Correct: 1.5

    • Incorrect: 1,5

  5. Wallet Locked:

    • Unlock wallet first

    • Enter password

  6. Network Issues:

    • Check internet connection

    • Try again in a moment

Transaction Stuck Pending

Problem: Transaction shows "Pending" for long time

Normal Wait Times:

  • Simple transfer: 30-90 seconds

  • Cross-chain: 2-5 minutes

  • During congestion: up to 10 minutes

If Stuck Longer:

  1. Check Block Explorer:

    • Copy transaction hash (request key)

    • Visit https://explorer.chainweb.com/mainnet

    • Paste hash to check status

    • May show as complete on-chain while wallet still shows pending

  2. Refresh Wallet:

    • Close and reopen

    • Should update status

  3. Check Network Status:

    • Kadena may be experiencing issues

    • Check Kadena status page or Discord

  4. Transaction May Have Failed:

    • Check block explorer for error message

    • Common: insufficient gas, invalid code

Transaction Failed

Problem: Transaction shows "Failed" status

Understanding Failures:

  • Failed transactions still consume gas

  • Funds (minus gas) are returned

  • Check error message for reason

Common Failure Reasons:

  1. Insufficient Gas:

    • Solution: Increase gas limit

    • Try 5000 or 10000 for complex operations

  2. Account Doesn't Exist:

    • Solution: Verify recipient account exists on that chain

    • For k: accounts, should auto-create

  3. Insufficient Balance:

    • Solution: Check balance on correct chain

    • Ensure enough for amount + gas

  4. Invalid Pact Code (for dApp transactions):

    • Solution: Contact dApp developers

    • May be dApp bug

  5. Transaction Expired:

    • Solution: Transaction took too long to confirm

    • Try again with higher gas price

Can't See Transaction History

Problem: Activity/History section is empty or incomplete

Solutions:

  1. Correct Chain:

    • History is per-chain

    • Switch chains to see transactions on each

  2. Correct Network:

    • Mainnet vs Testnet have separate histories

  3. New Account:

    • No history if account never used on this chain

  4. Sync Issues:

    • Wait a moment for sync

    • Refresh wallet


dApp Connection Issues

Can't Connect to dApp

Problem: Connection request fails or doesn't appear

Solutions:

  1. Unlock Wallet:

    • Ensure eckoWALLET is unlocked

    • Enter password

  2. Check Popup Blockers:

    • Browser may be blocking wallet popup

    • Allow popups for the dApp site

    • Look for blocked popup icon in address bar

  3. Wrong Network:

    • dApp may require mainnet

    • Switch network in eckoWALLET Settings

  4. Refresh Page:

    • Reload the dApp page

    • Try connection again

  5. Clear Site Data:

    • Settings → Connected Sites

    • Disconnect from this dApp

    • Refresh dApp page

    • Connect again

Connection Lost

Problem: Was connected, now disconnected

Solutions:

  1. Account Switched:

    • Switching accounts disconnects dApps

    • Reconnect with new account

  2. Wallet Locked:

    • Unlock wallet

    • dApp should detect

  3. Explicit Disconnect:

    • Check if you disconnected in Settings

    • Reconnect from dApp

  4. dApp Issue:

    • Refresh dApp page

    • Check dApp status/Discord

dApp Can't Read Wallet

Problem: dApp says "Wallet not detected"

Solutions:

  1. Page Loaded Before Extension:

    • Refresh the page

    • Extension loads after page sometimes

  2. Wrong Browser:

    • eckoWALLET only on Chromium browsers

    • Use Chrome, Edge, or Brave

  3. Extension Disabled:

    • Check chrome://extensions

    • Enable eckoWALLET

  4. Conflicting Extensions:

    • Disable other wallet extensions

    • Test with only eckoWALLET enabled


Network and Chain Issues

Can't Switch Networks

Problem: Unable to change from Mainnet to Testnet or vice versa

Solutions:

  1. Disconnect from dApps:

    • Settings → Connected Sites

    • Disconnect all

    • Then switch networks

  2. Restart Wallet:

    • Close browser/app

    • Reopen

    • Switch network

  3. Restore Wallet (last resort):

    • Backup recovery phrase first!

    • Uninstall extension/app

    • Reinstall

    • Restore wallet

    • Select desired network

Wrong Chain Selected

Problem: Accidentally on wrong chain

Solution:

  • Simply select different chain from chain dropdown

  • No risk, chains are independent


Performance Problems

Wallet is Slow

Problem: Wallet takes long to load or respond

Solutions:

  1. Too Many Accounts:

    • Having 20+ accounts slows things down

    • Consider using separate wallet for some accounts

  2. Browser Extensions:

    • Too many extensions slow browser

    • Disable unused extensions

  3. Clear Cache:

    • Browser: Clear browsing data

    • Mobile: Clear app cache in device settings

  4. Update Software:

    • Update browser/app to latest version

    • Update device OS

  5. Network Issues:

    • Check internet speed

    • Try different network

Extension Crashes

Problem: Extension freezes or crashes browser

Solutions:

  1. Update Browser:

    • Ensure latest version

    • Restart browser

  2. Reinstall Extension:

    • Backup recovery phrase first!

    • Remove extension

    • Restart browser

    • Reinstall from official store

  3. Check for Conflicts:

    • Disable other extensions

    • Test if crash still occurs

  4. Report Issue:

    • Note what triggers crash

    • Report to eckoWALLET team on Discord

Mobile App Crashes

Problem: App closes unexpectedly

Solutions:

  1. Update App:

    • Check for updates in app store

    • Install latest version

  2. Restart Device:

    • Full device restart

    • Clears memory issues

  3. Reinstall App:

    • Backup recovery phrase first!

    • Delete app

    • Restart device

    • Reinstall

    • Restore wallet

  4. Check Storage:

    • Free up device storage

    • Need at least 500MB free


Security Concerns

Suspicious Transaction

Problem: Unauthorized transaction in history

IMMEDIATE ACTIONS:

  1. Transfer Funds:

    • Move all funds to NEW wallet immediately

    • New recovery phrase, new everything

  2. Check All Chains:

    • Verify all chains for unauthorized activity

  3. Never Reuse:

    • Don't use compromised wallet again

    • Recovery phrase is compromised

How It Happened:

  • Recovery phrase or private key exposed

  • Malware on device

  • Phishing attack succeeded

  • Clipboard hijacking

Prevention:

  • Keep recovery phrase completely offline

  • Use hardware wallet for large amounts

  • Scan for malware

Account Compromised

Problem: Someone has access to your wallet

ACTIONS:

  1. Transfer ALL Funds:

    • New wallet, new recovery phrase

    • Transfer everything immediately

  2. Scan Device:

    • Run antivirus scan

    • Check for keyloggers

    • May need to wipe device

  3. Review Access:

    • How did compromise happen?

    • Shared recovery phrase?

    • Malware?

    • Phishing?

  4. Secure New Wallet:

    • Use hardware wallet

    • Never reuse old passwords

    • Store recovery phrase securely


Error Messages

"User Rejected Request"

Meaning: You clicked "Reject" or cancelled the action

Not an error - intentional cancellation

"Wallet is Locked"

Meaning: Need to enter password

Solution: Unlock wallet and try again

"Insufficient Balance"

Meaning: Not enough funds for transaction + gas

Solution:

  • Check balance on correct chain

  • Reduce amount to leave room for gas

  • Add more funds

"Network Error"

Meaning: Can't connect to Kadena network

Solutions:

  • Check internet connection

  • Try again in a moment

  • Check Kadena network status

"Invalid Transaction"

Meaning: Transaction malformed

Solutions:

  • Check all fields are filled correctly

  • Verify recipient address format

  • Try refreshing wallet


Getting Additional Help

Before Asking for Help

Gather this information:

  1. Platform: Browser extension or mobile app? Which browser/device?

  2. Version: eckoWALLET version (Settings → About)

  3. Network: Mainnet or Testnet?

  4. Chain: Which chain?

  5. What happened: Step-by-step description

  6. Error messages: Exact text

  7. Screenshots: If possible (NEVER screenshot recovery phrase)

Where to Get Help

Discord (Best Option):

Twitter:

Documentation:

  • Review FAQ

  • Check user guides

NEVER Share

When asking for help, NEVER share:

  • ❌ Recovery phrase

  • ❌ Private keys

  • ❌ Password

  • ❌ Seed words

Real support will NEVER ask for these


Preventive Maintenance

Weekly

  • Check for wallet updates

  • Review connected dApps

  • Verify recovery phrase backup still accessible

Monthly

  • Clear browser/app cache

  • Review account security

  • Update browser/device OS

Quarterly

  • Test recovery phrase (restore on test device)

  • Review and rotate accounts

  • Update security settings


Common Questions

Q: Why can't eckoWALLET reset my password?

A: Non-custodial design. No one has access to your wallet except you.

Q: My transaction has been pending for hours, what do I do?

A: Check block explorer. If confirmed there, just a display issue in wallet. If not confirmed, transaction may have failed.

Q: I sent funds to wrong chain, are they lost?

A: No! They're on same account, different chain. Switch chains to see them.

Q: Can I cancel a pending transaction?

A: No. Once submitted to blockchain, cannot be cancelled.

Q: Why do I have to pay gas even when transaction fails?

A: Blockchain still processed your transaction (even though it failed). Miners must be paid for computation.


Need More Help?

If this guide didn't solve your problem:

Remember: Real support never asks for your recovery phrase or private keys!

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