Exodus Web3 Wallet | Exodus® Browser Extension with Ledger®

Executive summary

Exodus is a self-custodial crypto platform that provides a multi-product ecosystem: desktop and mobile wallets, a Web3 browser extension, swap services, and integrations with hardware wallets such as Ledger. The Web3 Extension lets users connect to dApps, manage multichain tokens, and handle NFTs directly from the browser. Integrating Ledger improves security by keeping private keys offline on the hardware device while allowing interaction through Exodus. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

Why use Exodus Web3 + Ledger?

Key benefits

• Self-custody control: you hold your 12-word seed and private keys, not a custodial service. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
• Convenience: a browser extension for quick dApp access while keeping an option to move keys offline via Ledger.
• Multichain support: access many chains in one extension (Ethereum, Solana, Polygon, etc.). :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Hardware-level security: Ledger devices store private keys offline — Exodus can connect to Ledger for transaction approvals. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

Who should consider this setup?

Users who want frequent dApp interactions but require stronger security than a hot wallet alone; traders and collectors who keep moderate balances online while using Ledger for larger holdings; developers testing dApps in a non-custodial environment.

Installation & first-time setup (Browser Extension)

Step-by-step

1. Download the official Exodus Web3 Extension from the Exodus site or your browser’s official store (Chrome/Brave). Always verify publisher. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
2. Create or import a wallet inside the extension. Write down your 12-word recovery phrase and store it securely offline — never share it.
3. Enable network permissions only for sites you trust and revoke them when not needed.
4. Pin the extension in your browser for easy access and update it automatically through the browser store.

Quick security checklist

• Install only from official pages (links below).
• Use a hardware wallet (Ledger) for large balances. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Avoid copy-pasting the recovery phrase into any website or app.
• Keep software and firmware up to date.

Connecting Ledger to Exodus

High-level flow

Connect your Ledger device by following Exodus’s supported flow: pair the Ledger hardware with Exodus Mobile or use the recommended secure pathways to confirm transactions on-device. Ledger stores the private keys offline; Exodus acts as the interface for viewing balances and preparing transactions which must be confirmed on the Ledger device. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Notes and compatibility

Ledger Nano X / Flex compatibility and Bluetooth rules vary by model and platform — consult the official support articles before attempting to pair. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

Using XO Swap & integrated swap options

Exodus’s XO Swap is available across some integrations and Ledger Live has integrated XO Swap as a swap provider — this enables swaps with enhanced security when using Ledger devices through Ledger Live’s interface. That partnership offers a way to swap without sacrificing hardware-wallet protection. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Risks, limitations & safety tips

Common risks

• Fake extensions and phishing pages that mimic Exodus — always verify the publisher and install from official sources. (Chrome store safety best practices apply). :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Exposing your recovery phrase, seed, or private keys — physical theft and social engineering are top threats.
• Third-party dApps asking unnecessary permissions — grant minimal permissions required for the task.

Recommended mitigations

• Use Ledger for large holdings; use the extension for frequent, smaller interactions.
• Review transactions on the hardware display before approving.
• Keep a separate device for seed storage (paper/metal) not connected to the internet.

Demo script (short)

Walkthrough

1) Open the Exodus Web3 extension and create a new wallet. 2) Visit a trusted dApp and connect (note permissions). 3) If using Ledger, open the Ledger app and connect per Exodus / Ledger instructions. 4) Prepare a small test transaction, confirm the details on Ledger’s physical device, and finalize the transaction. Observe the transaction hash in the extension explorer.

Official resources (10 official links — each styled)