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Kolo Web3 Wallet — What Signing a Message Means

Some Web3 services may ask you to sign a message in Kolo.

This is a common Web3 action used to confirm wallet access or continue a supported service flow.

Signing a message is not the same as sending a blockchain transaction.


What does “signing a message” mean?

When you sign a message, you approve a request using your Kolo Web3 Wallet.

This is usually used to:

  • confirm that you control the wallet

  • continue a login or authentication flow

  • approve a supported action in a Web3 service

Kolo shows the message before you approve it.


When can this happen?

A message signing request may appear after you connect your wallet to a Web3 service through TON Connect.

For example, a connected service may ask you to sign a message to confirm wallet ownership or keep the flow moving.

If that happens, Kolo will open a confirmation screen with the message request.


What you will see in Kolo

When a service asks you to sign a message, Kolo may show:

  • the service name

  • the service domain

  • the message content

Before confirming, review the request carefully and make sure you recognize the service.


How to sign a message

To sign a message:

  1. Open the message request in Kolo

  2. Review the service details and the message content

  3. Tap Confirm

  4. Approve the action using your wallet security method, such as biometrics or a password

  5. Kolo returns the signed result to the Web3 service

If you do not want to continue, tap Cancel.


Important to know

Before signing any message:

  • check the service name and domain

  • make sure you understand why the request appeared

  • review the message content as carefully as possible

  • sign only if you trust the service

  • remember that signing is still a wallet action that should be approved carefully

If something looks unfamiliar or suspicious, do not approve the request.


FAQ

Is signing a message the same as sending funds?

No. Signing a message is different from sending a transaction. A message signature is usually used for authentication, wallet confirmation, or another supported Web3 flow. It does not automatically mean that funds are being sent. However, you should still read the request carefully before approving it.


Need help? If you are unsure why a service is asking you to sign a message, contact our support team before confirming the request.

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