Digital asset management
View supported assets and wallet activity in one browser-based place. Networks and asset support vary, so check details in the wallet before taking action.
Know the basicsTHE INDEPENDENT WEB3 FIELD GUIDE
Your wallet.
Your way into Web3.
A clear, security-first introduction to the Coinbase Wallet browser extension—what it does, how to get started, and how to explore decentralized apps with care.
Independent guidance. Security comes first.
Wallet basics, made clearA thoughtful place to begin
BUILT FOR THE CURIOUSSTART SIMPLE. STAY IN CONTROL.
A QUICK ORIENTATION
A browser extension.
A bigger onchain world.
Coinbase Wallet Extension gives you a browser-based way to access a self-custody wallet and connect with compatible Web3 experiences. Think of it as a secure interface between your browser and the onchain tools you choose to use.
This guide covers the essentials in plain language. It is educational—not financial advice, product support, or an official Coinbase resource. Product availability and features can change, so confirm current details with Coinbase before installing.
See what a wallet can do01Self-custodyYou manage wallet access and recovery.
02Browser-basedInteract from a supported browser.
03Web3-connectedConnect to compatible decentralized apps.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPLORE
01 — 03One extension.
More ways to explore.
Get familiar with the everyday building blocks—from tracking assets to reviewing a dapp connection—before you jump in.
Decentralized app access
Connect to compatible Web3 apps to explore onchain experiences. You remain responsible for reviewing what an app requests.
Connect with careA wallet close at hand
Browser access can make it convenient to review a wallet prompt while browsing—without treating every prompt as safe to approve.
See how it worksTHE LOW-STRESS START
Getting started,
step by step.
Take your time with setup. A few thoughtful checks now can help protect your wallet later.
Go to the official wallet siteAlways confirm you’re on the official site.
Start at the official source
Use Coinbase’s official wallet website to find the current browser extension download. Check the browser store, publisher, and requested permissions before installing.
Create or access your wallet
Follow the wallet’s current setup flow. Read each prompt carefully and make sure you understand whether you are creating a new wallet or restoring one.
Secure recovery information
Store your recovery phrase privately and offline. Never share it—even with someone claiming to be Coinbase support. Anyone who gets it may control your assets.
Explore slowly, review every request
Before connecting to a dapp or approving a transaction, verify the site, read the permissions, and understand the action. When in doubt, do not approve.
YOUR SECURITY CHECKLIST
Pause. Verify.
Then proceed.
Self-custody gives you direct control—and makes protecting your access especially important. Treat unexpected urgency as a reason to slow down.
Read the common questionsBefore you click approveA quick, practical review
- Confirm the website address and app source.
- Read the transaction and permission details.
- Keep your recovery phrase private and offline.
- Ignore unsolicited support messages and links.
- Remember that crypto transactions may be irreversible.
No legitimate support agent needs your recovery phrase.
GOOD QUESTIONS TO ASK
A few things
worth knowing.
Get the distinction and safety basics straight before you install or connect.
Official Coinbase WalletWhat is the Coinbase Wallet Extension?
It is the browser extension experience for Coinbase Wallet, a self-custody wallet designed to help people manage supported crypto assets and connect to Web3 apps. It is distinct from a Coinbase.com account: wallet access and recovery depend on your wallet credentials, not a hosted exchange login.
Is Coinbase Wallet the same as a Coinbase account?
No. Coinbase Wallet is self-custody, which means you control the wallet recovery information. A Coinbase.com account is a hosted exchange account with a different sign-in and account-recovery process. Always check which product you are using before sending assets.
Can I use the extension with decentralized apps?
Wallet extensions can provide a connection point for compatible decentralized applications. Review each connection request, verify the website address, and understand any transaction details before approving. Connecting a wallet does not make an app trustworthy.
How do I keep my wallet recovery phrase safe?
Keep recovery information private and offline in a secure place. Never share it with support staff, enter it on a website reached through an unsolicited message, or save it in a cloud document. Anyone with the recovery phrase may be able to control the wallet.
Where should I download the wallet extension?
Start from Coinbase’s official wallet website and follow its current download links. Verify the publisher and browser-store listing before installing, and avoid search ads, direct messages, and third-party download mirrors.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Curiosity looks good
on you.
Keep learning, take each step at your own pace, and use official resources to confirm current wallet details.