Using Ecency Mobile App
Get started with the Ecency app on iOS and Android to interact with Hive anywhere.
Using the Ecency Mobile App
The Ecency mobile app brings Hive to your fingertips. Available for Android and iOS, the app makes it easy to post, vote, comment, and manage your wallet - all on the go.
Download the App
Also available at: https://github.com/ecency-mobile
Key Features
- Post and edit Hive content
- Vote, comment, and reply
- Use Boost+/Promote with Ecency Points
- Purchase Boost (Account Boost) for 30-day HP delegation
- View wallet and transaction history
- Bookmark and draft posts
- Real-time notifications
- Manage multiple Hive accounts
Getting Started
- Install and open the app
- Sign in using:
- Hive username and keys
- Hivesigner
- Hiveauth (if available)
- Start exploring the Feed, Communities, or Notifications tabs
Create a Post
- Tap the “+” or “pencil” icon
- Write your title and body
- Add tags and choose a community (optional)
- Attach images or videos
- Set reward/payout options
- Publish 🎉
Wallet and Points
- Access your wallet via the profile tab
- Power up/down, send HIVE or HBD
- Check Ecency Points, Boosted, and Promoted status
- Check and enable Layer 2 tokens for quicker access
Boost (Account Boost)
- Available only on the mobile app via in-app purchase
- Grants a Hive Power delegation for 30 days
- Doesn’t spend your Ecency Points
Switch Accounts
- Tap the menu icon
- Go to Switch … → Accounts
- Add or switch between Hive accounts
Ecency supports multiple accounts seamlessly, with no need to log out.
Offline Use
- You can write posts or save drafts offline
- Posts sync when you’re back online
Tips
- Use biometric login for quick access
- Encrypt your locally stored keys
- Enable dark mode in settings
- Swipe left/right to quickly navigate between tabs
Support
Need help?
- Tap Menu → Help
- Visit https://discord.me/ecency