Wallet Connection

Zero requires a NEAR wallet to access the platform. Connect your wallet to start using private search, AI assistance, swaps, and blockchain intelligence.

NEAR Wallet Required

A NEAR wallet is mandatory for accessing Zero. Your wallet serves as your authentication and enables you to:

Access all Zero features (search, AI, swaps, explorer)
Manage your credit balance
Execute token swaps and cross-chain transactions
Track your NEAR portfolio and transaction history

Privacy First: Zero never stores your wallet credentials or private keys. Wallet connection uses standard NEAR authentication protocols.

Supported NEAR Wallets

Zero supports all major NEAR wallets. For the best experience, we recommend:

Meteor Wallet (Recommended)

A feature-rich browser extension wallet with excellent NEAR support. Meteor provides seamless transaction signing, multi-account management, and supports all NEAR account types. Available for Chrome, Firefox, and Brave.

HOT Wallet (Recommended)

A secure and user-friendly NEAR wallet built for simplicity without sacrificing security. HOT Wallet offers fast transaction signing and full compatibility with Zero's features.

Other Compatible Wallets

Zero supports most NEAR wallets. Meteor and HOT Wallet are recommended for the optimal user experience.

Recommendation: Use Meteor or HOT Wallet for the best Zero experience. Both offer excellent security, fast transaction signing, and full feature compatibility.

EVM & Solana Wallets

Zero also supports connecting EVM wallets and Solana wallets for specific use cases:

Limited Functionality: EVM and Solana wallets cannot be used to access the Zero platform. A NEAR wallet is required for site access.

EVM Wallets (MetaMask and others)

Most EVM wallets including MetaMask can be connected for Ethereum swaps only. These wallets are used when executing swaps involving Ethereum-based tokens.

Solana Wallets

Solana wallets can be connected for SOL transactions only. These wallets are used when executing swaps involving Solana-based tokens.

How to Connect

Step 1: Navigate to Zero

Open Zero in your browser. You'll see a "Connect Wallet" button in the top-right corner.

Step 2: Click Connect

Click the "Connect" button to open the wallet selection modal.

Step 3: Select Your NEAR Wallet

Choose your preferred NEAR wallet from the list.

Step 4: Authorize Connection

Your wallet will open and prompt you to authorize the connection to Zero. Review the permissions and approve.

What Zero Requests: Zero only requests permission to read your wallet address and balance. It never requests permission to access your private keys or execute transactions without your explicit approval.

Step 5: Sign Authentication

For enhanced security, Zero may request a one-time signature to create an authenticated session. This signature doesn't cost gas and simply proves you control the wallet.

What Happens After Connection

Once connected, you'll see your wallet information in the top-right:

Account ID: Your NEAR account name (e.g., "yourname.near")
NEAR Balance: Your current NEAR token balance
Credits: Your Zero credit balance for AI features

Daily Free Credits

When you connect your wallet, Zero automatically claims your 50 free credits (every user gets upon logging in every 24 hours). These credits can be used for AI chat and basic queries.

Access to Features

With your wallet connected, you can now:

Use the AI assistant for NEAR insights and general queries
Execute private web searches
Get real-time token prices and charts
Swap tokens via Ref Finance or NEAR Intents
Explore NEAR wallets and transactions
Track your portfolio and transaction history

Security Best Practices

Never Share Your Seed Phrase: Zero will never ask for your seed phrase or private keys. If you see such a request, it's a phishing attempt.

Follow these security guidelines when using Zero:

Only connect wallets you control and trust
Review all transaction signatures before approving
Disconnect your wallet when using shared or public computers
Keep your wallet software updated to the latest version
Use hardware wallets for large holdings

Disconnecting Your Wallet

To disconnect your wallet, click on your account name in the top-right corner and select "Disconnect" from the dropdown menu. This will end your authenticated session and remove wallet access from Zero.

Session Management: Zero sessions expire after a period of inactivity for security. You'll need to reconnect and re-sign for a new session.

Troubleshooting

Connection Failed

If your wallet fails to connect:

Ensure your wallet extension or app is unlocked
Check that you're on the correct network (NEAR Mainnet)
Try refreshing the page and connecting again
Clear your browser cache and cookies

Balance Not Showing

If your balance doesn't appear after connecting:

Click the refresh icon next to your balance
Check your internet connection
Verify your wallet has NEAR tokens

Transaction Signature Requests

If you're seeing unexpected signature requests:

Only sign transactions you initiated
Review the transaction details carefully
Reject any suspicious or unclear requests