Exodus Web3 Wallet — Secure Wallet & dApp Gateway

Why Exodus Web3 Wallet?

Exodus focuses on approachable design without sacrificing control. It supports a wide range of assets, provides on-chain swaps, NFT viewing, portfolio analytics, and secure dApp connectivity — built for users who want an inviting, easy-to-use gateway into Web3.

Core features

Secure

Non-custodial key management

Exodus stores private keys locally on your device, encrypted by a password. Transactions are signed locally — the wallet never sends your private key to websites or servers.

Swap

Built-in swaps & best-rate routing

Swap tokens inside the wallet using aggregated liquidity sources. Exodus shows you quotes and fees so you can make informed trades without leaving the app.

NFTs

NFT support

View and manage NFTs tied to your wallet address with an intuitive gallery view and direct links to marketplaces for listings and sales.

dApps

dApp connectivity

Connect securely to decentralized apps via the injected provider or WalletConnect protocol. Exodus prompts for permissions and displays transaction details before signing.

Portfolio

Portfolio & analytics

Track portfolio performance, allocations, and historical charts. Exodus provides a clear view of your holdings across chains and tokens.

Get started — desktop & mobile

Always download Exodus from the official site or your device's app store. Verify the URL and avoid third-party downloads.

Choose platform: Desktop (Windows/macOS/Linux) or Mobile (iOS/Android).
Download official app: visit exodus.com.
Create a new wallet or restore: create a password and securely write down your recovery phrase — this is the backup for your wallet.
Explore assets & dApps: add accounts, receive funds, try a small swap, and connect to dApps using the wallet's connection flow or WalletConnect.

Important: Exodus may show optional features like cloud backup or encrypted backups. Understand the tradeoffs — local, offline seed storage is the safest approach.

Security & best practices

Protecting your crypto starts with simple, repeatable habits. Follow these best practices:

Write your recovery phrase by hand and store it offline in a secure location (consider metal backup for durability).
Use a strong, unique password for device access and the wallet app. Use a password manager if helpful.
Enable device-level protections (OS passcode, biometrics) and keep software up to date.
Be cautious with browser extensions and only connect to trusted dApps. Confirm transaction details before approving.
Consider using separate accounts for different activities (trading vs. NFTs) to reduce linkability.

Scam warning: Exodus (and other wallets) will never ask for your recovery phrase on a website via chat or email. If someone requests it, it is a scam — stop and report it.

Connecting to dApps safely

When you click "Connect Wallet" in a dApp, Exodus will prompt you to approve the connection and specify which account/address to share. The wallet will display transaction details (to, value, fees) before you sign. Always:

Check the contract address and action purpose for unfamiliar transactions.
Avoid blindly approving ERC-20 approvals for unlimited allowances — set limits or revoke allowances when done.
Prefer connecting with WalletConnect if the dApp supports it and you want to use mobile securely.

Developer notes — provider & WalletConnect

Exodus supports Web3 provider injection and WalletConnect. Example snippet for a dApp to request account access:

// Example: request accounts (provider or injected)
if (window.ethereum) {
  try {
    const accounts = await window.ethereum.request({ method: 'eth_requestAccounts' });
    console.log('Connected account:', accounts[0]);
  } catch (err) {
    console.error('User rejected connection or error', err);
  }
} else {
  // Fallback: show WalletConnect QR or instructions
}

For WalletConnect, present a QR code or deep link the user can use to connect their mobile Exodus app securely. Always present clear UX that explains what the dApp will do with the requested permissions.

FAQ & troubleshooting

Not seeing assets

Missing tokens or NFTs

Check that you’re on the correct network (e.g., Ethereum vs. Binance Smart Chain). For ERC-20 tokens, add the token contract manually if needed. Ensure the address matches the one you provided for receiving.

Can't connect

dApp connection issues

Try refreshing the dApp, re-opening the wallet, or using WalletConnect. If a browser extension conflicts, disable other wallet extensions temporarily.

Restore wallet

Restoring from recovery phrase

Use the wallet’s official restore workflow and enter your recovery phrase only in the official Exodus app. Verify downloads at exodus.com.