What eSignus does

eSignus Security Solutions, S.L. is a Spanish cybersecurity company that designs and commercializes HASHWallet, a credit-card-form-factor hardware wallet for self-custody of cryptographic private keys. Founded in 2012 by Daniel Hernández (CEO) and José Ramón Sendra (CTO) and headquartered in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria with a legal entity in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the company pivoted in late 2018 from PKI-based payment-fraud work toward crypto-asset custody. The core technology stack centers on an EAL6+ Common Criteria certified secure element (the highest level on market, exceeding Ledger's EAL5+), a non-programmable architecture that precludes firmware-based backdoors, biometric fingerprint authentication via IDEX Biometrics sensors, NFC contactless transaction signing, and a proprietary operation language called HOLa that supports more than 11,000 cryptocurrencies without firmware updates. Surrounding the hardware are the HASHWallet Manager mobile app, a Zero-Knowledge Backup Center for decentralized key recovery and crypto inheritance, and a TradeHub service layer integrating Changelly swap and Simplex fiat on-ramp.

Name

eSignus

Legal name

eSignus Security Solutions, S.L.

Website

https://esignus.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

eSignus Security Solutions is a Spanish cybersecurity company that builds HASHWallet — an EAL6+ certified, biometric, NFC hardware wallet in credit-card form factor — and a White Label / Hardware Wallet as a Service platform serving neobanks, fintechs, exchanges, blockchain projects, and individual crypto users across 50+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cryptocurrency Hardware Wallets

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518)

SIC

Finance Services (6199)

akta.pro primary industry

Wallet Infrastructure (SDKs, Wallet-as-a-Service) (FSADACAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Digital Wallet Infrastructure (Tokenization, Wallet-as-a-Service) (FSAMAEAI)

Keywords

• Hardware wallet
• Cryptocurrency custody
• Digital asset security
• White label wallet
• Crypto key management

Headquarters

HQ city

Las Palmas De Gran Canaria

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Hardware Wallet Sales (HASHWallet): One-time sale of physical HASHWallet smartcard hardware devices. Cards are sold directly through eSignus's online store (shop.esignus.com, shop.gethashwallet.com) and via Indiegogo crowdfunding campaigns. Revenue is generated at point of sale with no recurring hardware component.
2. White Label Wallet / SDK Licensing: B2B licensing of customizable white-label wallet solutions for neobanks, fintechs, exchanges, and blockchain projects. Companies embed HASHWallet technology with their own branding using eSignus's APIs and SDK. Revenue generated through licensing agreements with financial services companies.
3. In-App Services (On/Off Ramp, Swap, Staking): HASHWallet Manager app integrates on/off ramp, swap, and staking services through third-party providers (Simplex, Changelly). eSignus earns transaction fees or revenue share from these services used by HASHWallet customers within the app ecosystem.
4. Backup Center / Recovery Service: Decentralized recovery process offered as a service. While the core recovery mechanism is built into the wallet system, eSignus provides the encrypted cloud vault infrastructure (Backup Center) enabling the recovery service, supporting the white-label offering and premium tiers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

eSignus provides a Hardware Wallet as a Service (HWaaS) platform centered on the HASHWallet family, credit-card-sized smartcard wallets with EAL6+ certified secure element, biometric authentication, NFC contactless signing, and HOLa proprietary operation language supporting 11,000+ cryptocurrencies. The platform also delivers an enterprise White Label Wallet solution with SDK/API for financial institutions, plus a Zero-Knowledge Recovery Service enabling decentralized key recovery and crypto inheritance through cryptographic key sharding and encrypted cloud vault.

Product overview

eSignus is a cybersecurity company offering a unified product ecosystem centered on the HASHWallet hardware wallet family and enterprise White Label Wallet platform. The core offering is the HASHWallet hardware wallet card - a credit card-sized cold wallet with EAL6+ certified security, biometric authentication, and NFC contactless technology supporting 11,000+ cryptocurrencies. Supporting products include the HASHWallet Manager mobile app for portfolio management, the Recovery Service with Zero-Knowledge Vault for decentralized key recovery and crypto inheritance, the eSignus Backup Center for encrypted cloud backups, and TradeHub for on/off ramp, swap, and staking services. For enterprise clients, the White Label Wallet platform provides a fully customizable SDK-based solution with customizable UI, TradeHub services integration, and PKI-based 2FA. The HASHWallet Link variant offers the same security in smartcard form with WalletConnect DApp support.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• HASHWallet: Hardware wallet product line in smart card form factor for cryptocurrency storage and management, featuring EAL6+ certified secure element and biometric authentication.
• HASHWallet Manager
• Backup Center
• TradeHub
• HOLa

Products and services

• HASHWallet (Hardware Wallet Card) Credit card-sized smartcard hardware wallet (86x54mm) with EAL6+ certified secure element chip, biometric fingerprint authentication, NFC contactless signing, e-ink display, and IP68 water resistance. Non-programmable device that stores private keys offline and supports 11,000+ cryptocurrencies via the HOLa operating language. Priced at €149 per unit. For individual crypto users and enterprise customers needing cold storage.
• HASHWallet Link Smartcard variant of the HASHWallet featuring NFC pairing, WalletConnect protocol for DApp interactions, HOLa system support, and integration with the eSignus Backup Center. Available in Silver Founders Edition and Cobalt versions, with duplicate smartcard backup option included.
• HASHWallet Manager App Mobile application (iOS and Android) for managing the HASHWallet hardware wallet. Enables portfolio tracking, transaction signing via NFC tap, seed phrase management, and access to TradeHub services including on/off ramp, swap, and staking. Available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
• White Label Wallet Fully customizable white-label cryptocurrency wallet solution for businesses. Includes SDK with APIs for custom app development, customizable UI/UX (fonts, colors, icons, language), TradeHub services (on/off ramp, swap, staking), PKI-based 2FA integration, and support for new tokens, chains, and NFTs. Sold via enterprise B2B sales with quote-based pricing.
• Hardware Wallet as a Service (HWaaS) B2B service platform delivering customizable Hardware Wallet Card solutions to financial institutions. Features EAL6+ certified chip, biometric authentication, NFC signature, no firmware updates (non-programmable), temperature range -13°F to +131°F, IP68 water resistance, and unlimited memory. Enables neobanks, fintechs, exchanges, and blockchain projects to offer hardware wallet-backed crypto custody to their customers.
• Recovery Service Decentralized key recovery system using Zero-Knowledge Vault and key sharding. Enables secure recovery when hardware wallet is lost by combining Recovery Key (stored in encrypted Backup Center) with Recovery Seed (stored in backup card chip). Supports multiseed management and crypto inheritance planning, enabling anonymous wallet restoration and secure asset transfer to heirs.

Quantifiable outcome

• HASHWallet supports over 11,000 cryptocurrencies including Qubic tokens
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, secondary and strategic.

• JeluridacoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022Partnership to integrate Ardor (ARDR), Ignis (IGNIS), and Nxt (NXT) blockchain protocols into HASHWallet. eSignus signed MOU with Jelurida for HASHWallet to support these blockchain ecosystems. Special launch offer gave first 300 HASHWallet Link purchasers an airdrop worth €45 composed of Jelurida tokens. Integration enables HASHWallet to become one of the first cold wallets supporting Ardor.
• IDEX BiometricscoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2022Partnership to jointly develop and market biometric smart cards for digital authentication and crypto asset wallets. IDEX Biometrics provides fingerprint identification technology (FPC1300 T-shape sensor). Combined into an off-cloud hardware wallet solution working with smartphones. Joint development launched with market availability targeted for 2023.
• CardLabcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with Denmark-based CardLab, a world-leading electronic smart card manufacturer, to create and manufacture HASHWallet. CardLab provides Snap Switch technology, FPC1321 T-shape fingerprint sensor, RFID jammer, wireless NFC/Bluetooth connectivity, and dual dynamic magnetic strip capabilities. Manufacturing scheduled for Q3 2020. CardLab has lamination factory in Thailand and manufacturing partners in Asia and USA.
• ChangellysecondaryTechnology or IntegrationIntegration of Changelly non-custodial exchange into HASHWallet Manager app. Enables HASHWallet users to purchase and swap cryptocurrencies within the app at best conversion rates. Changelly processes over 2M monthly traffic and supports 170+ crypto assets. HOLa system enables HASHWallet to securely process all tokens Changelly lists.
• SimplexsecondaryTechnology or IntegrationPartnership enabling HASHWallet users to purchase cryptos with credit/debit card through the HASHWallet app. Simplex is an EU-licensed financial institution and Principal Member of Visa network, processing online credit card payments with fraud analysis. Supports 45+ cryptocurrencies and 50+ fiat currencies. Trusted by major exchanges including Binance.
• Arrow / ArrowGlobalcoreTechnology or IntegrationArrow Certification Program partnership validating HASHWallet as 'Arrow Certified Technology'. Arrow engineers assessed the project's design, manufacturing feasibility, supply chain setup, and production readiness. Arrow provides ongoing recommendations to drive development process. Badge signals proof, authenticity, and validity for consumers and investors.
• Bit2MecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Bit2Me, a Spanish cryptocurrency exchange (founded 2014, first to register with Bank of Spain, 1M+ clients) to enable cryptocurrency payment processing at Mobility-Centro. Bit2Me provides the fiat conversion platform where customers exchange crypto to euros for vehicle purchases. eSignus HASHWallet protects customers' crypto assets after transaction.
• Giesecke+DevrientstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry leader Giesecke+Devrient (G+D), a global technology provider for payment and identity security, trusts and uses eSignus's technology. eSignus technology incorporated into G+D's Convego TruSafe solution for crypto asset custody. Signals high-credential enterprise validation of eSignus's security technology.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• BitGo: Institutional qualified custodian and wallet infrastructure provider (BitGo Wallet, custody, staking). Overlaps with eSignus's enterprise custody/wallet offering but at the institutional regulated-custodian tier.
• Anchorage Digital: Federally chartered crypto bank offering institutional custody and wallet infrastructure. Comparable to eSignus's enterprise custody positioning, particularly relevant given eSignus's G+D partnership and compliance focus.
• Fireblocks: Institutional digital-asset custody, MPC wallets, and Wallet-as-a-Service for exchanges, neobanks, and fintechs. Comparable to eSignus's HWaaS/White Label Wallet at the institutional tier, though at much larger scale and software (MPC) based.

Direct peers

• Ledger: Global leader in consumer and institutional hardware wallets (Ledger Nano, Ledger Stax) with EAL5+ secure elements and the Ledger Live ecosystem. Most direct competitor to eSignus HASHWallet on secure-element hardware wallets for crypto self-custody.
• Tangem: Smart-card-format hardware wallet (Tangem Wallet) using secure element chips and NFC tap-to-sign with no battery or screen. Closest peer to HASHWallet on form factor and consumer UX.
• CoolWallet: Bluetooth smart-card-style hardware wallet (CoolWallet Pro, S) supporting multiple chains via a paired mobile app. Directly comparable to HASHWallet's card form factor and mobile-app pairing model.
• SafePal: Hardware wallet (SafePal S1/S1 Pro) plus software wallet and exchange services, with Binance-backed distribution. Competes with HASHWallet across retail self-custody and the integrated swap/on-ramp layer.
• Trezor (SatoshiLabs): Pioneer of the hardware wallet category with Trezor Model One and Safe 3/5 devices. Competes directly with HASHWallet on individual crypto self-custody and open-source security positioning.
• ELLIPAL: Air-gapped hardware wallet with mobile-app integration and support for many chains. Overlaps with HASHWallet on multi-chain self-custody targeting retail crypto users.
• Keystone (formerly Cobo Vault): Air-gapped hardware wallet with QR-code signing and secure-element chips. Competes with HASHWallet on high-assurance self-custody aimed at security-conscious and institutional users.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/HASHWallet
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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds5 records

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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