You can add, delete, and manage fingerprints on your Bitkey device. You can store up to three fingerprints at a time.
Choose your Bitkey device below for step-by-step instructions.
On Bitkey with a screen
You can store up to three fingerprints. You can add and delete fingerprints directly on your Bitkey device.
Add a fingerprint
- From the main screen, tap the
menu
- Swipe to Fingerprints, then tap it
- Swipe to an empty slot and tap Add fingerprint
- Follow the on-device instructions:
- Place your finger on the scanner
- Lift and replace your finger as prompted
- Repeat until the scan is complete
It typically takes 15–20 scans. When complete, you’ll see a confirmation and return to the menu.
💡Tips for a successful fingerprint scan:
- Use a clean, dry finger
- Place your finger gently on the sensor
- Adjust your finger position slightly between scans
- Continue until the all scans have been recorded
Delete a fingerprint
- From the main screen, tap the
menu
- Swipe to Fingerprints, then tap it
- Swipe to the fingerprint you want to remove and tap it
- Press and hold on the screen to confirm deletion
The device will confirm once the fingerprint is removed.
Update fingerprint information
Fingerprint names can’t be edited on Bitkey with a screen.
To change a name, delete the fingerprint and add it again with a new label.
Check which fingerprint you’re using
- From the main screen, tap the
menu
- Swipe to Fingerprints, then tap it
- Tap the fingerprint you want to check
- Place your finger on the sensor
- If it matches, that fingerprint will briefly highlight in green on the screen.
On Bitkey without a screen
You can store up to three fingerprints. You can add, delete, or update fingerprint names (at least one must remain saved).
Add a fingerprint
- From the Home screen, tap the
shield icon to open the Security hub
- Tap
Fingerprints
- Unlock your Bitkey device, then hold it to your phone to load your saved fingerprints
- Choose an available slot and tap Add
- Enter a name, then tap Start fingerprint and hold your device to your phone
- Follow the on-screen instructions:
- Place your finger on the sensor
- When the LED turns blue, lift your finger
- Repeat, adjusting your finger slightly each time
- It typically takes 15–20 scans to complete.
- When the LED turns green, your fingerprint has been successfully recorded.
- Tap Save fingerprint, then hold your unlocked Bitkey device to your phone to confirm
💡Tips for a successful fingerprint scan:
- Use a clean, dry finger
- Place your finger gently on the sensor
- Adjust your finger position slightly between scans
- Continue until the LED turns green
Delete a fingerprint
- Tap the
shield icon to open the Security hub
- Tap
Fingerprints
- Unlock your Bitkey device, then hold it to your phone
- Select the fingerprint you want to delete and tap Edit
- Tap Delete fingerprint
- When asked to confirm, tap Delete fingerprint again
- Confirm using your unlocked Bitkey device
Need to remove all fingerprints and start fresh?
👉 See How do I reset my fingerprints?
Update fingerprint information
- Tap the
shield icon to open the Security hub
- Tap
Fingerprints
- Unlock your Bitkey device, then hold it to your phone
- Select the fingerprint you want to update and tap Edit
- Update the fingerprint name
- Tap Save Fingerprint, then confirm using your unlocked Bitkey device
Need to remove all fingerprints and start fresh?
👉 See How do I reset my fingerprints?