What is Coinbase® Extension?

The Coinbase® Chrome Extension brings the power of the leading cryptocurrency exchange directly to your browser. This convenient tool allows you to monitor your portfolio, check real-time prices, and execute trades without needing to navigate to the main Coinbase® website.

With the Coinbase® Extension, you can quickly access your account, view market trends, and receive price alerts, making it an essential tool for both casual investors and active traders in the cryptocurrency space.

How to Install Coinbase® Chrome Extension

  1. Visit the official Coinbase.com website
  2. Navigate to the "Products" section and select "Extensions"
  3. Click on "Add to Chrome" to install the Coinbase Wallet Extension
  4. Confirm the installation in the Chrome Web Store popup
  5. The Coinbase® icon will appear in your browser's toolbar
  6. Click the icon and complete the Coinbase® login process

Security Note: Always ensure you're downloading the genuine Coinbase® extension by verifying it's from the official Chrome Web Store and the developer is listed as "Coinbase, Inc".

Coinbase® Login and Setup Process

After installing the Coinbase Chrome Extension, you'll need to log in to your account:

For Existing Users:

For New Users:

For advanced traders, you can also access Coinbase Pro® features through the extension by using your Coinbase Pro login credentials.

Key Features of Coinbase® Extension

Portfolio Tracking

Monitor your cryptocurrency holdings in real-time with automatic price updates and portfolio value calculations.

Price Alerts

Set custom price notifications for your favorite cryptocurrencies to never miss important market movements.

Quick Trading

Execute buy and sell orders directly from the extension without navigating to the full exchange website.

Market Overview

Get a snapshot of overall market performance with top gainers, losers, and trading volume data.

Coinbase Wallet Extension

In addition to the trading extension, Coinbase® offers a separate Coinbase Wallet Extension for managing self-custody wallets. This extension allows you to:

The Coinbase Wallet download is available from the Chrome Web Store and operates independently from your main Coinbase® exchange account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Coinbase Chrome Extension free to use?

Yes, the Coinbase® extension is completely free to download and use. Standard trading fees still apply to transactions made through the extension.

Can I use the extension for Coinbase Pro login?

While the main extension is designed for the standard Coinbase® platform, you can access some Pro features through it. For full Pro functionality, you may still need to visit pro.coinbase.com directly.

Is my cryptocurrency safe when using the extension?

Coinbase® employs robust security measures including two-factor authentication and encryption. However, as with any browser extension, ensure you keep your browser and extension updated to the latest version.

What's the difference between the Coinbase Extension and Coinbase Wallet Extension?

The main Coinbase Extension is for trading on the exchange platform, while the Coinbase Wallet Extension is for managing self-custody cryptocurrency wallets and interacting with dApps.

Can I use the extension on multiple browsers?

The extension is specifically designed for Chrome and Chromium-based browsers. You'll need to install it separately on each browser where you want to use it.