Coinbase® Extension®
Getting Started with Coinbase Wallet Extension
1. Installing the Coinbase Wallet Extension
. Visit the Official Coinbase Website
Go to the official Coinbase website (coinbase.com) and navigate to the Wallet Extension section. You can also find the Coinbase Wallet Extension in the Chrome Web Store.
. Download and Install
Click the "Add to Chrome" button (or the equivalent for your browser) to download and install the Coinbase Wallet Extension. Follow the prompts to complete the installation.
2. Setting Up Your Coinbase Wallet
. Open the Extension
Once installed, click on the Coinbase Wallet icon in your browser's toolbar to open the extension.
. Create a New Wallet
Select the option to create a new wallet. Coinbase Wallet will generate a 12-word recovery seed phrase for you. This seed phrase is essential for recovering your wallet if you lose access to your device.
. Write Down Your Seed Phrase
Carefully write down the 12-word recovery seed phrase and store it in a secure location. Do not store it digitally or share it with anyone.
. Confirm Your Seed Phrase
To ensure you have accurately recorded your seed phrase, you will be asked to confirm it by selecting the words in the correct order.
. Set a Strong Password
Create a strong password for your Coinbase Wallet. This password will be required each time you access the wallet, adding an extra layer of security.
Using Coinbase Wallet Extension
1. Accessing Your Wallet
. Open the Extension
Click on the Coinbase Wallet icon in your browser's toolbar to open the extension.
. Enter Your Password
Enter the strong password you set during the wallet creation process to unlock your Coinbase Wallet.
. Access Your Dashboard
Once logged in, you will have access to your Coinbase Wallet dashboard, where you can view your cryptocurrency balances, recent transactions, and other wallet features.
2. Managing Your Cryptocurrency
. View Your Portfolio
The Coinbase Wallet dashboard provides an overview of your cryptocurrency portfolio, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and various other supported cryptocurrencies. You can view your total balance, individual asset balances, and recent transactions.
. Sending Cryptocurrency
To send cryptocurrency, select the "Send" option, enter the recipient’s address, specify the amount, and confirm the transaction. You will need to approve the transaction using your Coinbase Wallet.
. Receiving Cryptocurrency
To receive cryptocurrency, select the "Receive" option to display your wallet address. Share this address with the sender to receive funds. Confirm the address on your device to ensure it matches.
3. Interacting with dApps
. Connecting to dApps
Coinbase Wallet Extension allows you to interact with decentralized applications (dApps) directly from your browser. This feature enables you to use your assets within various dApps securely.
. Exploring dApps
You can explore dApps through the Coinbase Wallet interface or visit popular dApp platforms like DappRadar to find new applications to interact with.
4. Security Features
. Secure Storage
Coinbase Wallet Extension uses advanced security measures to protect your private keys and keep your assets safe.
. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
While Coinbase Wallet Extension itself does not directly support 2FA, you can enhance security by enabling 2FA on your Coinbase account and using a hardware wallet for additional protection.
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