What is a "Pre-funded" Xaman card?
Explaining a pre-funded Xaman card
In case you were not aware, we offer a cold wallet for our users who are interested in the 'next level' of protection for their XRP Ledger (XRPL) account.
If you've never heard about them or if you are interested in learning more, this article will provide you with all of the information you'll need.
All about Xaman (Tangem) cardsHow do I get a Xaman card?
There are two ways to get Xaman cards.
Option 1
If you are a first time subscriber to Xaman Pro, you will receive a pair of Xaman cards for free with your subscription! (Shipping fees are extra.)
Option 2
You can purchase two or more cards here:
How does "pre-funding" work?
1) You either order the cards, or if you subscribed to Xaman Pro, you claim them through Pro.
2) When we process your order, we pick one out of a box and scan the serial number of the card and record it on our systems.
3 When you receive the cards and import them into Xaman, our application detects the serial number and looks to see if there is a pre-funded amount waiting to be claimed. ( Normally 1 XRP).
4) After the card creates it's account secret, you will see this screen with the, "Activate your account" button.

5) When you tap that button you will see this screen:

6) Tap the, "Activate" button and we will send 1 XRP to your newly created Xaman card account.
Frequently Asked Questions
I claimed the pre-funded amount but I can not see it in my account. What gives?
In order to be able to hold XRP in an XRPL account, it must first be activated with a minimum of 1 XRP.
The first 1 XRP deposited into an XRPL account will be used to meet the reserve requirements and will not be spendable (unless and until the account is deleted and the reserve gets moved to another account).
This article provides more information about this:
About ReservesI didn't realize I had to claim the pre-funded XRP and activated the account from another source. Can I still claim the pre-funded XRP?
You certainly can. Just In order to be able to hold XRP in an XRPL account, it must first be activated with a minimum of 1 XRP.
Explain it in simple terms
Most people who receive the cards follow the instructions in this article to configure them:
Getting started with your new cards 🤗As the article explains, you have to import each card into Xaman.
(Settings -> Accounts -> + Add Account -> Add Tangem card)
You will go through the steps:
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