Wallet Control
Manage wallet accounts and approve transactions through the wallet interface. Keep recovery information secure and private.
Browser Wallet Guide
Coinbase Wallet Extension: Getting Started
Discover how a Coinbase Wallet browser extension can help you manage supported crypto assets, connect to decentralized applications, and explore Web3. Learn the basic installation process and essential steps for protecting your wallet.
Verify the product, browser compatibility, and extension publisher through official Coinbase resources before installing.
Explore Web3 With Care
Learn how browser-based wallets work and how to review connection requests, account activity, and transaction details.
Key Wallet Features
A browser wallet can provide access to compatible blockchain applications while allowing you to review actions before approving them.
Web3 Connections
Connect to compatible decentralized applications and check the permissions requested before granting access.
Asset Management
View supported digital assets and interact with compatible networks. Network fees and asset availability can vary.
How to Install a Coinbase Wallet Extension
Product availability and browser support may change. Begin with Coinbase's official wallet resources and follow the current instructions provided there.
1
Open the Official Coinbase Wallet Resource
Start at Coinbase Wallet. Check the product details and follow any official browser extension links provided.
2
Verify the Extension
Confirm the extension's publisher, supported browser, and requested permissions. Avoid lookalike extensions and third-party download pages.
3
Create or Import a Wallet
Follow the genuine wallet interface. If importing an existing wallet, provide recovery information only within the wallet setup flow you intentionally opened and verified.
4
Back Up Recovery Information
If the wallet provides a recovery phrase, store it offline in a secure location. Never send it to another person or enter it into an unfamiliar website.
5
Connect to Compatible Applications
Visit a trusted decentralized application and carefully review its address, permissions, and transaction details before approving anything.
Important Wallet Security Practices
Protecting your recovery information and verifying transactions are essential when using crypto wallets.
Keep Your Wallet Information Private
- Never disclose your recovery phrase or private keys.
- Do not trust anyone who asks for your recovery phrase to provide support.
- Verify website addresses and extension publishers before installing.
- Review transaction amounts, destination addresses, and network fees.
- Be cautious with unexpected airdrops, giveaways, and urgent warnings.
- Use strong device security and keep your browser updated.
- Remember that blockchain transactions may be irreversible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about browser wallets, setup, and account safety.
Where can I find the Coinbase Wallet extension?
Start with the official Coinbase Wallet website and follow the current product and download instructions. Confirm that the extension is still available for your browser.
Is Coinbase Wallet the same as a Coinbase exchange account?
No. A self-custody wallet and a Coinbase exchange account are different products with different account and recovery processes. Check the official documentation to identify which product you use.
Can I connect a wallet to decentralized applications?
Compatible wallet products can connect to supported Web3 applications. Always verify the application and review each permission or transaction request before approving it.
What should I do if I cannot access my wallet?
Consult the official Coinbase Help Center and select the relevant wallet product. Never share your recovery phrase with someone claiming to be support.
Does a wallet extension charge transaction fees?
Installing wallet software may be free, but blockchain transactions can incur network fees. Other services may have separate charges, so review the details before confirming.
Why should I verify an extension before installing it?
Fraudulent extensions can imitate legitimate wallet products. Checking the official source, publisher, and permissions helps reduce the risk of installing malicious software.
Start With Official Wallet Resources
Review Coinbase's current wallet information and security guidance before downloading software, importing a wallet, or connecting to a decentralized application.
Visit Coinbase Wallet