# Use Jade with testnet

Source URL: https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/use-jade-with-testnet
Updated: 2026-04-09T09:37:04.000Z
Category: Blockstream Jade
Section: Add More Security & Functionality

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Blockstream Jade works with Bitcoin mainnet as well as testnet (and regtest). Please note that once you save a wallet to Jade via PIN, the initialized wallet will only work with the network that was chosen during setup. However if users have a mainnet initialized Jade and want to temporarily use a wallet on testnet, they can do so by using [Temporary Signer](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/use-jade-as-a-stateless-signing-device), which will prompt for a mainnet vs. testnet selection every time it is used and bypass the PIN-saved wallet.

## Swap Between Mainnet and Testnet

The following instructions are geared toward users with a mainnet initialized wallet protected via PIN, but would like to **temporarily** access testnet.

1.

Turn on your Jade and select **Options** → **Temporary Signer**.

2.

Select **Scan QR** and point Jade's camera at a supported backup recovery QR (such as a SeedQR). Jade will automatically proceed to the next screen once your [QR is recognized](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/troubleshooting/fix-issues-scanning-qr-codes). Alternatively, select **12 or 24 words** to manually type your recovery phrase.

3.

When prompted for your desired connection method, choose **USB** or **Bluetooth** (mobile only) and connect Jade to your companion app. Then, choose **Testnet** as your network selection.

> **Note:** You may need to [enable testnet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/perform-advanced-wallet-operations/set-up-testnet-wallet) in the Blockstream app in order to have the option appear in your desktop or mobile version of the app.

## Change Initialized Wallet to Testnet

If you are already using a mainnet initialized (PIN protected) wallet but would like to switch it to testnet, you will need to perform a [factory reset](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/troubleshooting/perform-a-factory-reset). Then, continue through the normal [setup](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/set-up-transact-recover-your-wallet/jade-overview) process and select **Testnet** when prompted for your network selection.

> **Note:** Again, you may need to [enable testnet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/perform-advanced-wallet-operations/set-up-testnet-wallet) in the Blockstream app in order to have the option appear in your desktop or mobile version of the app.

Navigation: Blockstream Help Center > Blockstream Jade > Use Jade with testnet

## Related Articles in This Section
- [Enable swaps with Jade](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/enable-swaps-with-jade)
- [Enable a duress PIN](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/enable-a-duress-pin)
- [Use Jade as a stateless signing device](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/use-jade-as-a-stateless-signing-device)
- [Use Jade as a 2FA authentication device](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/use-jade-as-a-2fa-authentication-device)
- [Use Jade as a Bitcoin miner](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/use-jade-as-a-bitcoin-miner)
- [Use Jade with testnet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/use-jade-with-testnet) (current)
- [Add a BIP39 passphrase for Jade](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/add-a-bip39-passphrase-for-jade)
- [Create a BIP85 child recovery phrase](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/create-a-bip85-child-recovery-phrase)
- [Create a recovery phrase using dice](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/create-a-recovery-phrase-using-dice)
- [Calculate the final word from a provided recovery phrase entry](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/calculate-the-final-word-from-a-provided-recovery-phrase-entry)
- [Back up a multisig configuration on Jade](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/back-up-a-multisig-configuration-on-jade)
- [Disable Bluetooth](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/disable-bluetooth)
- [Manually verify firmware binary](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/manually-verify-firmware-binary)
- [Set up a personal blind oracle](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/set-up-a-personal-blind-oracle)
- [Set up a personal blind oracle with Umbrel](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/set-up-a-personal-blind-oracle-with-umbrel)
- [Use cases for Temporary Signer](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-jade/add-more-security-functionality/use-cases-for-temporary-signer)