Exódus® Web3 Wallet — Exódus® Browser Extension Manage Crypto Ledger™

Opening — why Exodus on desktop

Exodus Wallet Extension is designed for users who want desktop convenience without sacrificing the control that non-custodial wallets provide. Desktop users benefit from larger screen real estate, multi-tab workflows, and the ability to interact with sophisticated dApps more comfortably. Exodus fills the gap by allowing users to manage tokens, NFTs, and signing operations in a clean UI while keeping keys encrypted locally.

Installation & onboarding — best practices

Begin by visiting the official Exodus Web3 Wallet page. Click the extension link and follow your browser's installation prompts. Be particularly mindful of the publisher shown on any store listing — phishing copies imitate legitimate extensions, so only install from trusted sources. After installation, create a new wallet or import one using your recovery phrase. Securely store the phrase offline — this is the only guaranteed way to restore access if you lose device access.

Checklist

Use the official Exodus pages for downloads.
Keep 2 offline backups of your recovery phrase in separate locations.
Set a strong extension password and enable any recommended device protections.
Pair a hardware wallet for high-value accounts where supported.

Security hardening — real-world tactics

Exodus secures keys on the local device, but that does not remove the user's responsibility to follow strict security procedures. Use these tactics:

Compartmentalize wallets: keep a separate "hot" wallet for daily activity and a "cold" wallet for savings. This reduces risk when interacting with novel dApps.
Audit approvals: never approve unlimited token allowances. Use allowance managers and revoke excessive approvals often.
Validate signatures: read transaction details carefully — confirm destination and amount before approving.
Device hygiene: avoid public or shared machines for wallet use and keep your OS and browser updated.

// Example: mental checklist before approving
// 1) Confirm destination contract address
// 2) Verify token type and amount
// 3) Consider gas and total cost
// 4) Check approval scope (not unlimited unless necessary)

dApp integration & developer recommendations

If you build dApps, Exodus provides a provider compatible with EIP-1193 standards. Developers should avoid requesting excessive permissions and always present readable transaction details. For onboarding, detect the presence of the provider and show clear instructions for users who don't yet have the extension installed.

When requesting signatures, include contextual data (what the tx does, why it’s needed) so users are less likely to approve malicious or accidental transactions.

// Example request accounts
if (window.ethereum) {
  await window.ethereum.request({ method: 'eth_requestAccounts' });
}

Advanced workflows — cross-chain, staking, and hardware pairing

Exodus supports multiple chains, and advanced users can configure custom RPCs, import tokens, and interact with staking contracts where supported. For high-value operations, pair with a hardware wallet (Ledger, Trezor) to keep signing offline — this is among the strongest protections you can add to a browser setup.

Always test advanced flows on testnets first and maintain separate accounts for experiments to avoid exposing large balances.

Troubleshooting — common issues & fixes

If the extension is not responding: ensure it is unlocked, refresh pages, and restart the browser.
If tokens are missing: switch to the correct network or add token contracts manually.
If transactions fail: confirm gas settings and try a small replacement tx if necessary.
For lost seeds: without a backup, funds cannot be recovered — proactive backups are essential.