Overview — what this extension does differently
This redesigned Exodus browser extension reimagines the Web3 onramp by focusing on clarity, security, and a pleasant user experience. Rather than cram every button into one cramped popup, the extension provides progressive disclosure: simple balances and receive/send screens up front, and advanced tools — hardware wallet support, manual gas controls, and multi-hop swap routes — tucked into expandable sections. The goal is to let new users confidently manage crypto while keeping power-user features accessible.
Key features
Seed & Key Management
Encrypted seed stored locally with optional hardware wallet integration. Clear step-by-step seed creation and backup, plus a "recovery health" check that walks users through verifying their phrase and storing it offline.
Multi-Chain Support
Supports Ethereum, EVM-compatible chains, and major L2s. The chain selector is persistent and context-aware — it pre-filters tokens and dApps to the network you choose.
In-Extension Swaps
Aggregated liquidity routing with price slippage protection and clear route breakdowns. Users see which pools and bridges are used and can pick low-cost or low-slippage options.
NFT Gallery & Portfolio
Local portfolio tracking for tokens, NFTs, and collectibles. Quick preview of NFT metadata with external links to marketplaces and royalty disclosures when available.
Installation & first-run guide
If you're installing the extension for the first time, the flow breaks into four clear steps: install, create or restore a wallet, back up your recovery phrase, and finish setup. The extension explains each choice (e.g., hierarchical deterministic seeds vs. software accounts) in plain language. For developers and advanced users, the extension offers an option to import JSON keystores or connect via WalletConnect to external mobile wallets.
// Quick install summary (example) 1) Click "Add to Browser" 2) Choose 'Create new wallet' or 'Restore wallet' 3) Write down 12/24 word recovery phrase in order 4) Confirm phrase, set a local password (optional) 5) You're ready — pin extension for quick access
Security & privacy
Security is layered: the seed never leaves the machine unless you export it intentionally. Sensitive operations require explicit confirmation with clear transaction previews. The extension limits metadata leaking by routing optional analytics through a privacy-preserving proxy (opt-in by default). We emphasize least-privilege connectivity to dApps: permissive permissions are replaced by scoped, time-limited approvals and an approvals manager that summarizes which dApps have access to tokens or signing rights.
Design choices that reduce user mistakes
Small but impactful design details help users avoid costly errors: contextual warnings for contract interactions, color-coded gas indicator (cheap/normal/urgent), and a "preview identical" modal for ERC-20 approvals that shows allowances numerically and suggests "one-time" approvals where possible. UX copy avoids jargon and uses progressive disclosure for advanced settings — so beginners are not overwhelmed and advanced users can still reach depth.
Developer & dApp integration
Developers can integrate using standard provider APIs; the extension exposes a well-documented provider shim that supports modern Web3 libraries. There are debugging tools in the extension (toggleable) that show requests coming from pages and the extension's response logs. A sandboxed testnet profile mode allows testers to switch to a fresh ephemeral wallet for development without touching your primary seed.
Tips & recommended practices
For safety, enable hardware wallet support for large balances, confirm contract addresses when interacting with unfamiliar dApps (use block explorers), and periodically export a read-only watch-only address if you want to monitor cold storage without exposing signing keys. Use the built-in 'transaction replay' limiter to block identical outgoing transactions until you explicitly permit them.
Troubleshooting & support
If a transaction appears stuck, first inspect the network status and your nonce; the extension provides a nonce override and speed-up/cancel options where supported by the chain. For restore problems, the restore assistant verifies word order, suggests likely typos, and allows a guarded brute-force assist for minor mistakes (only after stringent local confirmations). Customer support links and export logs are available for diagnostic purposes while retaining user privacy.
Final notes
This redesign aims to be both friendly and powerful: simple defaults for everyday users and transparent, audit-friendly tools for power users. The extension's visual language uses strong contrast, large tap targets, and accessible fonts to ensure legibility. Colors are customizable — switch between the default purple theme, an 'ocean' teal, or a warm sunset palette to make the extension feel like yours.