How to use the Trust Wallet Extension for Chrome? (Desktop Setup)

Installing the Trust Wallet Extension

1. Navigate to the Chrome Web Store and search for “Trust Wallet Extension.”

2. Locate the official extension published by Trust Wallet and verify the developer name matches “Trust Wallet.”

3. Click “Add to Chrome” and confirm the installation when prompted.

4. Once installed, a fox-shaped icon appears in the top-right corner of your browser toolbar.

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

Creating or Importing a Wallet

1. On first launch, choose between “Create a new wallet” or “Import wallet.”

2. If creating a new wallet, carefully write down the 12-word recovery phrase and store it offline—this phrase grants full access to all assets and cannot be recovered if lost.

3. Confirm the seed phrase by selecting words in correct order to prove backup integrity.

4. Set a strong password for local encryption—this password does not recover funds but unlocks the extension on this device.

5. For import, enter the existing 12-word mnemonic and set the same local password.

Connecting to dApps

1. Visit a decentralized application such as Uniswap, PancakeSwap, or SushiSwap using Chrome.

2. Click “Connect Wallet” on the dApp interface and select “Trust Wallet” from the list.

3. Approve the connection request inside the Trust Wallet extension popup.

4. Grant permission for specific network access—the extension only shares public address unless explicitly authorized for signing.

5. Once connected, the dApp displays your balance and enables transaction initiation directly from the interface.

Managing Tokens and Networks

1. Open the Trust Wallet Extension and click the network selector (e.g., Ethereum, BSC, Polygon) at the top.

2. Toggle between supported chains or add custom RPC endpoints for testnets or lesser-known blockchains.

3. To add a token, click “Add Token,” then choose “Custom Token” and input the contract address, symbol, and decimals.

4. Enable or disable token visibility with a single toggle—hidden tokens remain in your wallet but do not appear in the asset list.

5. Adjust gas settings manually before sending transactions—users can set priority fee and max fee based on current network congestion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use the Trust Wallet Extension with hardware wallets like Ledger or Trezor?A: No—the Trust Wallet Extension is a software wallet only and does not support direct hardware wallet integration. Hardware wallet users must rely on their native browser extensions or desktop apps.

Q: Why does my balance not update immediately after receiving tokens?A: The extension fetches balances from blockchain nodes periodically. Refresh the page or manually trigger a balance check by switching networks and returning.

Q: Is it safe to keep large amounts of crypto in the Trust Wallet Extension?A: It is not recommended. The extension stores private keys locally and is vulnerable to browser-based threats. For significant holdings, use a non-custodial mobile wallet or cold storage solutions.

Q: What happens if I clear my browser cache or reinstall Chrome?A: All locally stored data—including the wallet password and session state—is erased. Your funds remain recoverable only if you possess the original 12-word recovery phrase.