How to use the Exodus Web3 browser extension?

Installation Process

1. Navigate to the official Exodus website and locate the Web3 browser extension section.

2. Click the download button corresponding to your browser—Chrome, Brave, Edge, or Firefox are currently supported.

3. Follow the on-screen prompts to add the extension to your browser.

4. Once installed, a small Exodus icon appears in the top-right corner of your browser window.

5. Click the icon to launch the extension interface and begin setup.

Wallet Initialization

1. On first launch, select “Create New Wallet” to generate a fresh wallet instance.

2. Carefully write down and securely store the 12-word recovery phrase—this is the only way to restore access if the extension is reinstalled or lost.

3. Confirm the recovery phrase by selecting words in correct order from a randomized list.

4. Set a strong password to encrypt the local wallet data within the browser.

5. The wallet is now active and ready to hold assets; no email or KYC is required.

Connecting to dApps

1. Visit a decentralized application such as Uniswap, PancakeSwap, or Blur.

2. Look for the wallet connection button—typically labeled “Connect Wallet” or showing a wallet icon.

3. Select “Exodus” from the list of available wallets in the connection modal.

4. Approve the connection request inside the Exodus extension popup.

5. The dApp now has read-only access to your public address and can request transaction signatures when needed.

Managing Assets and Transactions

1. Within the Exodus extension, click the “Assets” tab to view all supported tokens and balances.

2. Toggle visibility for specific tokens using the eye icon next to each asset name.

3. To send crypto, click “Send”, enter the recipient’s address, amount, and network fee preference.

4. Review all details carefully—the extension displays the destination address, token symbol, and gas estimate before confirmation.

5. Sign the transaction using your extension password; the signed payload is broadcast directly to the blockchain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I import an existing wallet into the Exodus Web3 extension?A: Yes. During initialization, choose “Import Wallet” and enter your 12-word recovery phrase. The extension restores all associated addresses and balances.

Q: Does the Exodus Web3 extension support hardware wallets like Ledger or Trezor?A: Not at this time. The extension operates as a software wallet only and does not interface with external hardware signing devices.

Q: Is my private key ever transmitted to Exodus servers or third parties?A: No. Private keys remain encrypted and stored locally within your browser. Exodus never accesses or transmits them.

Q: Why does a dApp sometimes show “Unsupported Network” after connecting?A: The dApp may be deployed on a chain not enabled in your Exodus extension settings. Open the extension menu, go to Settings → Networks, and toggle the required blockchain (e.g., Arbitrum, Base, Optimism).