Get wallet information

The getInfo method is called to obtain supported features and capabilities of the wallet.

Syntax

getInfo()

Parameters

None

Returns

• Object
  • version : Number | String Required
  • methods : Array Optional
  • supports : Array Optional

Example

window.webbtc.getInfo()

{ 
  "version" : 1,
  "supports" : [
    "bip39",
    "bip32"
  ],
  "methods": [ // schema for available methods
    "enable",
    "getInfo",
    "getAddress",
    "signMessage",
    "verifyMessage",
    "makeInvoice",
    "sendPayment"
  ]
}

Additional notes

The above method might be extended to include helper methods which include.

• window.webbtc.getMethods()
• window.webbtc.getVersion()
• window.webbtc.getServices()

NOTE: Method for obtaining existing supported permissions that the user could approve when enabling the wallet. Application specific implementation details can vary based on the security preference.

Concerns and security observations

Possible finger printing of users if this method is accessible without enabling it first.