The Coinbase Wallet Extension can help you connect a browser to decentralized applications (dapps), explore supported digital assets, and review onchain activity. Think of it as a tool for interacting with Web3—not a shortcut around careful decisions. Check current details through official Coinbase sources.
Begin at an official source when installing an extension. Check the publisher and browser-store address; lookalikes mislead. During setup, read the wallet’s recovery guidance before creating or importing one. A recovery phrase is highly sensitive: never share it with anyone, and do not enter it into a website or support chat.
When a dapp asks to connect, confirm that its address is the one you intended to visit. A connection may let an app view certain public wallet information; it does not mean every later request is safe. Before signing or sending, pause to review the network, destination, asset, permissions, and fee. If the request is unclear, reject it and verify independently.
Protect the device and browser profile you use, keep software current, and consider what activity may be publicly visible onchain. Self custody gives you meaningful control, along with responsibility for safeguarding access. Keep private information private; treat urgency as a reason to stop.