# Connect a Goldshell hardware wallet

> Connect a Goldshell hardware wallet to FxWallet: set up the device, then use FxWallet to scan the QR code shown on the device.

URL: https://docs.fxwallet.com/cold-and-hardware-wallets/goldshell
Last reviewed: 25 September 2026

This is a step-by-step guide on how to connect your Goldshell hardware wallet to the FxWallet App, enabling you to manage your crypto assets securely.

## Preparation

What you'll need:

- **FxWallet App** downloaded and installed.
- **Goldshell Hardware Wallet**, and make sure it's charged above 20%.

Before you begin:

- Ensure your hardware wallet is activated with at least one wallet account set up.
- Make sure both the hardware wallet and FxWallet App are updated to the latest version.

## Hardware Wallet Setup

If you haven't set up your Goldshell hardware wallet, please complete the following steps before connecting:

1. **Power on the device and select your preferred language.**
2. **Add a wallet** - Create a new wallet or import one with seed phrase.

   ![Create Wallet](https://docs.fxwallet.com/assets/images/row1-d3d8ac9edcf23b6163da7ab0b8e045fb.jpeg)

3. **Set up wallet name and PIN code.**

   ![PIN Setting](https://docs.fxwallet.com/assets/images/row2-f091f8747c3fa6ae5a6598967388ab3e.PNG)

4. (*Optional*) **Enable fingerprint management.**

   ![Fingerprint](https://docs.fxwallet.com/assets/images/row3-1a17876013589217fe793bb9e562e833.PNG)

## Connection Process

If you're new to FxWallet:

  1. Open the **FxWallet App** and tap **'Connect Hardware Wallet'**.
  2. Select **'Goldshell'**, then read through the on-screen instructions.
  3. Tap **Scan to Connect**, and scan the QR code displayed on your Goldshell hardware wallet.
  4. Follow the instructions to complete the connection.

     ![Connect Hardware Wallet](https://docs.fxwallet.com/assets/images/row4-a60972afca0077eabdc4b4dbddbc141e.PNG)

If you've previously imported other wallets:

  1. Tap the wallet name to open the **Wallet List.**
  2. Tap **'Add Wallet'** at the bottom.
  3. Select **'Hardware Wallet'**.

     ![Add Wallet](https://docs.fxwallet.com/assets/images/row5-59f0dc20ff849b7cc1852e5be5983cbe.png)

  4. Choose **'Goldshell'** and read through the instructions.
  5. Tap **Scan to Connect** and scan the QR code displayed on your Goldshell hardware wallet.
  6. Follow the instructions to complete the connection.

     ![Add Wallet](https://docs.fxwallet.com/assets/images/row6-3a9c0abee49b8265e69657e86a394b89.png)