Coinbase Wallet* Extension: How to Connect It to Your Browser
A clear, colorful walkthrough to install, connect, and troubleshoot the Coinbase Wallet extension for Chrome (or Chromium-based browsers). Includes security tips, quick checks, and formatting variations for use in slides or docs.
Quick Overview
Coinbase Wallet is a user-controlled (self-custody) wallet that allows you to manage crypto, tokens, and NFTs, and connect securely to decentralized applications (dApps) via your browser. The extension brings wallet functions directly into Chrome's toolbar so you can sign transactions and authenticate with dApps without leaving the page.
Prerequisites
A desktop browser based on Chromium (Chrome, Edge, Brave) — latest stable version recommended.
Access to the Chrome Web Store (or the extension store for your Chromium browser).
Your Coinbase Wallet recovery phrase (only if restoring) or a plan to create a new wallet during setup.
Optional: a hardware wallet (Ledger) if you want extra security for large balances.
Tip: do not install extensions from unknown third-party sites — always use the official store and verify the publisher name.
Step-by-step: Install & Connect
Open the Chrome Web Store. In Chrome, go to the Web Store and search for Coinbase Wallet. Verify publisher and reviews.
Add to Chrome. Click Add to Chrome → allow the permissions it requests. The extension icon will appear in the toolbar.
Pin the extension. Click the puzzle icon in the toolbar and pin Coinbase Wallet for quick access.
Initial setup. Click the extension icon, choose Create a new wallet or Restore wallet. If restoring, carefully enter the 12/24-word recovery phrase.
Set a password. Create a strong local password used for unlocking the extension on this device.
Connect to a dApp. On a website that supports wallet connect (e.g., marketplace), click Connect Wallet, choose Coinbase Wallet, and approve the connection in the popup.
Approve transactions carefully. When a dApp asks to sign a transaction, verify amount, recipient, and gas before confirming.
Common Troubleshooting
Extension not showing?
Confirm it was installed (chrome://extensions). If disabled, toggle it on and pin it to the toolbar.
Connection rejected?
Make sure the dApp is trustworthy. Try reconnecting and clear site data if stale permissions are blocking the popup.
Unable to restore?
Double-check recovery phrase spelling and order. Only use the official extension — never paste phrase into random sites.
Transactions pending?
Check network congestion and gas settings. You can increase gas to speed up or cancel if supported by the network.
Security Checklist
Back up your recovery phrase offline; multiple copies stored securely.
Enable hardware wallet for high-value accounts and use separate addresses for routine use.
Review and revoke dApp permissions periodically from the extension settings or web portals like Etherscan/token approval tools.
Keep browser and extension updated; avoid installing unknown extensions.
Final Tips & Formats
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