A simple guide to getting started with the Coinbase Wallet browser extension—so you can explore web3 with more confidence and keep control of your keys.
This is an independent educational guide, not an official Coinbase support page.
Use the official source for the extension, then take a moment to secure your recovery phrase.
Go to Coinbase Wallet’s official download page and follow its link to the browser extension store. Check the publisher and URL before installing. Never use a sponsored result or an unsolicited link.
Open official download pageOpen the extension and choose the option that fits. If you’re creating a new wallet, follow the prompts on your device. Never share your recovery phrase with anyone—not even someone claiming to be support.
Coinbase support will never ask for your recovery phrase.Use your browser’s extensions menu to pin the wallet for easy access. Before connecting to a site, check the domain carefully and review every permission request before you approve it.
Read the security basicsA self-custody wallet gives you control—and puts responsibility for your recovery phrase in your hands. Keep these essentials close.
Browse official Wallet helpWrite it down and keep it somewhere private and secure. Never share it, type it into a website, or save it in a screenshot or cloud note.
Read transaction details and connection prompts carefully. If something feels unexpected, reject it and verify the request through a trusted channel.
Scammers copy familiar websites and support accounts. Confirm the domain yourself—don’t rely on links in DMs, emails, or search ads.
New to self-custody? Start with these.
No. Coinbase Wallet is a self-custody wallet, separate from a Coinbase account. You control access to a self-custody wallet and are responsible for keeping its recovery phrase safe. Features and availability can vary by region.
A recovery phrase may be the only way to restore access to a self-custody wallet. Keep it private and stored securely offline. Coinbase cannot retrieve a phrase for you, so make sure you understand the recovery options shown in the official app.
Check the official download page for current details. Network transactions may have fees, and digital assets can be volatile. Review the details of any transaction before confirming it.
Use Coinbase’s official Wallet help center. Never trust unsolicited support messages, and never share your recovery phrase, password, or security codes with anyone.
Use official Coinbase resources and take a moment to understand each action before you approve it.