What is the Trust Wallet Extension?
The Trust Wallet browser extension brings Trust Wallet’s self-custody experience to desktop browsers. It acts as a secure, non-custodial wallet in your browser so you can manage keys, interact with Web3 dApps, sign transactions, and view NFTs without exposing private keys to websites.
Why use a browser extension?
Browser extensions provide quick access to decentralized finance, NFT marketplaces, and Web3 games — all from the convenience of your desktop. Compared with mobile only workflows, an extension streamlines in-browser dApp interactions and improves productivity for active traders and developers.
Core benefits
- Self-custody: you control private keys and seed phrases on your device.
- Multi-chain support: access many blockchains and tokens in one interface.
- Seamless dApp connectivity: connect to decentralized apps with a few clicks.
- Import & export: import wallets from other providers or export for mobile sync.
Security & best practices
Although the extension stores keys locally and is designed for security, users should follow best practices: keep your seed phrase offline and private, enable browser/device protections, only install the extension from official sources, and verify site URLs before signing transactions.
Practical safety checklist
- Install from the official store (Chrome Web Store / Trust Wallet site).
- Verify extension publisher and reviews before installing.
- Never paste your seed phrase into a website or share it with anyone.
- Use a hardware wallet for large holdings when possible.
Getting started — a quick flow
1. Download the extension for your Chromium-based browser, 2. create a new wallet (write down the seed phrase), 3. optionally import an existing wallet, and 4. connect to a dApp or send/receive tokens.
Developer & advanced features
Developers can integrate with Trust Wallet for dApp connections, deep linking, and Wallet Core libraries. The developer docs and GitHub repositories provide code samples, API bindings, and extension specifics for advanced integrations.
Who should use the extension?
The Trust Wallet extension is great for everyday DeFi users, NFT collectors, and developers who need a desktop wallet. If you prefer strictly offline storage for long-term holdings, consider pairing the extension with a hardware wallet or using hardware-centric flows.
Official resources & quick links
Below are official Trust Wallet resources to learn more, download, and get support.