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A wallet in your browser
Connect to Web3 apps and explore supported networks without switching away from your desktop browser.
Explore the guide THE DESKTOP WEB3 FIELD GUIDE
Your gateway to
Web3, in your browser.
Get to know the Coinbase Wallet Extension: what it does, how to get started, and the simple security habits that help keep self-custody yours.
Independent educational guide. Always verify links and product details on Coinbase’s official site.
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BUILT FOR CURIOUS BEGINNERSLEARN THE BASICS. MOVE WITH CONFIDENCE.
01 — THE BASICS
One extension.
A whole new web to explore.
Think of a wallet extension as a bridge between your browser and decentralized apps. It helps you manage wallet access and review requests before you interact.
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Self-custody by design
Your recovery phrase gives access to your wallet. Coinbase cannot recover it for you, so keep it private and backed up safely.
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Connect to dapps
Review a site’s URL and the permissions it requests before connecting or approving any transaction.
Explore the guideNew to self-custody? Your wallet is separate from a hosted exchange account. You are responsible for safeguarding your recovery phrase and checking each transaction.
See security essentials02 — GETTING STARTED
Set up with
the right habits.
Take a moment to verify each step. Getting the basics right matters more than getting there quickly.
Go to Coinbase’s official download pageNever install a wallet from a link sent in an unsolicited message.
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Start at Coinbase
Open the official Coinbase Wallet download page and follow its link to the browser extension listing. Check the publisher before installing.
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Create or import a wallet
Follow the extension’s setup flow. If you create a wallet, write down the recovery phrase offline and store it somewhere private.
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Secure your access
Set a strong device password if prompted, lock your computer when away, and never share your recovery phrase with anyone.
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Explore carefully
Visit a trusted dapp, choose Connect Wallet, and read every permission and transaction detail before you approve.
03 — SECURITY, SIMPLIFIED
Keep your keys.
Keep your cool.
Self-custody gives you control—and makes careful habits essential. Make these your non-negotiables.
THE GOLDEN RULE
Your recovery phrase
is for you alone.
Never share it, type it into a website, or store it in a screenshot or cloud note. Coinbase support will never ask for it.
01BEFORE YOU CONNECT
Check the address.
Look closely at the domain and confirm you are on the genuine dapp before connecting your wallet.
02BEFORE YOU APPROVE
Read every request.
Understand the permissions and transaction details. If anything feels unexpected, reject it and investigate.
03 Crypto assets involve risk and transactions may be irreversible. This guide is educational, not financial or security advice.
04 — GOOD TO KNOW
Questions,
meet answers.
Clear up the common questions before you take your first step.
Visit Coinbase Wallet HelpWhat is the Coinbase Wallet Extension?
It is a browser-based, self-custody wallet experience for accessing supported Web3 apps and managing supported digital assets and NFTs. It is distinct from a Coinbase.com exchange account.
Is the Wallet Extension the same as my Coinbase account?
No. Coinbase Wallet is self-custody: you control access using your wallet credentials and recovery phrase. A Coinbase.com account is a separate service with different account and custody arrangements.
Can Coinbase restore a lost recovery phrase?
No. In a self-custody wallet, the recovery phrase is essential to restoring access. Coinbase support will never ask you to disclose it, and it cannot be replaced if it is lost.
How do I avoid fake wallet extensions?
Begin at Coinbase’s official website and use its link to the extension listing. Verify the publisher and listing details, avoid sponsored lookalike links, and never share your recovery phrase.
Are all networks, tokens, and dapps supported?
No. Support varies by asset, network, browser, and app. Check current details in Coinbase’s official documentation before sending assets or connecting to a dapp.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Curiosity is a good
place to start.
When you’re ready, use Coinbase’s official resources to check current availability, supported browsers, and setup instructions.
Explore the official wallet page You’ll leave this independent educational guide and visit Coinbase.com.