Official Browser Extension
The official Coinbase browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge. Manage your crypto portfolio, connect to dApps, and explore the decentralized web with enterprise-grade security.
Everything you need to explore Web3 directly from your browser
Connect to thousands of decentralized applications with one-click approval and seamless integration.
Learn more →Monitor your entire cryptocurrency portfolio with real-time prices, charts, and performance metrics.
Explore features →Exchange thousands of tokens directly within the extension using best available rates.
Start trading →Available on all major browsers with full feature support
Full support with all features
Complete feature parity
Native Chromium support
Enhanced privacy features
Install and set up your Coinbase extension in minutes
Add the Coinbase extension from the Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons marketplace.
Set up a new self-custody wallet or import an existing one using your recovery phrase.
Write down your 12-word recovery phrase and store it in a safe, offline location.
Connect to dApps, manage your portfolio, and explore the Web3 ecosystem.
Your assets are protected with multiple layers of security
You control your private keys. Your assets remain secure even if Coinbase experiences issues.
12-word backup phrase allows complete wallet restoration if you lose access to your device.
All transactions must be manually approved, preventing unauthorized access to your funds.
Built-in warnings for suspicious websites and transaction requests to keep you safe.
Quick answers to common questions about the Coinbase extension
Yes, the Coinbase browser extension is completely free to install and use. You only pay standard blockchain network fees (gas fees) for transactions, and there may be exchange fees when using the built-in swap feature. These fees go to network validators and liquidity providers, not to Coinbase.
Absolutely! You can sync your wallet across devices using the cloud backup feature. When setting up either the extension or mobile app, you can restore from an existing wallet using your 12-word recovery phrase. This allows you to access the same wallet and assets from both desktop and mobile devices seamlessly.
The Coinbase extension is a self-custody wallet where you control your private keys, while the Coinbase exchange is a custodial service where Coinbase holds your keys. The extension allows direct interaction with dApps and DeFi protocols, while the exchange focuses on traditional trading with fiat currency support.
If you experience issues with the Coinbase extension, try these steps: 1) Refresh the webpage, 2) Restart your browser, 3) Ensure the extension is enabled in browser settings, 4) Check for updates, 5) Clear browser cache. For persistent issues, visit the Coinbase Help Center for troubleshooting guides.
Yes, the Coinbase extension supports integration with popular hardware wallets like Ledger and Trezor. This provides enhanced security by keeping your private keys completely offline while allowing you to interact with dApps through the extension interface.
Install the Coinbase browser extension today and start your journey into the decentralized web with the security and simplicity you expect from Coinbase.