The Coinbase Wallet Extension is a browser-based self-custody wallet that allows users to manage supported crypto assets and interact with decentralized applications directly from a desktop browser.

Coinbase currently provides the browser extension through the Chrome Web Store. Its newer product experience is also being branded as Base App, while existing Coinbase Wallet assets can still be accessed through the updated experience.

This guide explains how the Coinbase Wallet Extension works, how to install it, create or import a wallet, connect to decentralized applications, and protect your recovery phrase.

The Coinbase Wallet Extension is a self-custody browser wallet that provides access to crypto assets and Web3 applications from your browser.

Unlike a custodial exchange account, a self-custody wallet puts control of the wallet credentials in the user's hands. Coinbase explains that the wallet's private keys are associated with the user's wallet rather than being held by Coinbase.com.

The extension can be used to:

• Manage supported cryptocurrency assets

• Send and receive crypto

• Connect with supported dApps

• Interact with decentralized exchanges

• Manage NFTs and other supported digital assets

• Import an existing wallet

• Connect compatible hardware wallets