Browser Extension Wallets
In the Cardano ecosystem, browser extension wallets are essential tools for daily use and interaction with decentralized applications (DApps). Compared with full-node wallets, they are lightweight and fast, making them suitable for everyday transactions, staking, and NFT interactions. Below is a summary of some mainstream Cardano browser extension wallets:
Summary of Cardano Browser Extension Wallets
Here is an overview of the main Cardano browser extension wallets, including supported browsers, extension download links, official websites, and key features, to help developers and users make informed choices.
Typhon Wallet
Supported Browsers:
Chrome
Firefox
Brave
Edge
🌐 Official Website: https://typhonwallet.io
🔌 Chrome Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/typhon-wallet/kfdniefadaanbjodldohaedphafoffoh
Key Features
- Multi-account management
- Hardware wallet support (Ledger / Trezor)
- Built-in NFT browsing and management
- DApp connectivity
Lace Wallet (formerly Nami)
Supported Browsers:
Chrome
Brave
Edge
🌐 Official Website: https://www.lace.io
🔌 Chrome Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/lace/gafhhkghbfjjkeiendhlofajokpaflmk?utm_source=item-share-cb
Key Features
- Official IOG background
- Supports staking
- Ledger support
- Modern design, security-first
NuFi Wallet
Supported Browsers:
Chrome
Brave
Edge
🌐 Official Website: https://nu.fi
🔌 Chrome Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/nufi/gpnihlnnodeiiaakbikldcihojploeca
Key Features
- Multi-chain support
- Supports staking
- Ledger support
- Web + extension dual mode
Yoroi Wallet
Supported Browsers:
Chrome
Firefox
Brave
Edge
🌐 Official Website: https://yoroi-wallet.com
🔌 Chrome Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/yoroi/ffnbelfdoeiohenkjibnmadjiehjhajb
Key Features
- Early lightweight wallet
- Supports staking
- Ledger / Trezor support
Eternl Wallet
Supported Browsers:
Chrome
Firefox
Brave
Edge
🌐 Official Website: https://eternl.io
🔌 Chrome Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/eternl/kmhcihpebfmpgmihbkipmjlmmioameka
Key Features
- One of the most feature-rich wallets
- Strong NFT and DeFi support
- Multi-account support
- Ledger support
Brave Wallet
Supported Browsers:
Brave (built-in)
🌐 Official Website: https://brave.com/wallet
Key Features
- Native browser integration
- Multi-chain support
- Privacy-focused
- No additional extension needed
Gero Wallet
Supported Browsers:
Chrome
Brave
Edge
🌐 Official Website: https://gerowallet.io
🔌 Chrome Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/gero-dashboard/bgpipimickeadkjlklgciifhnalhdjhe
Key Features
- Security-first
- Ledger support
- DApp connectivity
Vespr Wallet
Supported Browsers:
Chrome
Brave
Edge
🌐 Official Website: https://vespr.xyz
🔌 Chrome Extension: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/vespr-wallet/bedogdpgdnifilpgeianmmdabklhfkcn?hl=zh-CN&utm_source=ext_sidebar
Key Features
- NFT support
- Clean UI
- Good mobile experience
📌 Security Recommendations
- Use Ledger for large asset holdings
- Always store mnemonic phrases offline
- Download only from official websites or stores
- Keep extensions updated regularly
📌 Wallet Selection Recommendations
| Use Case | Recommended Wallet | Open Source | Source Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official backing | Lace | ❌ Not fully open source | - |
| Multi-chain assets | NuFi / Brave | ⚠️ Partially open source (NuFi) / ✔️ Fully open source (Brave Wallet) | Brave Wallet source included in browser repository |
| Heavy DeFi / NFT use | Eternl | ❌ Closed source | - |
| Simple and easy | Typhon / Vespr | ⚠️ Partially open source / ⚠️ Partially open source | Vespr: https://github.com/vespr-wallet |
| Traditional lightweight | Yoroi | ✔️ Open source | https://github.com/Emurgo/yoroi |
| Security-first | Lace / Gero | ❌ Closed source / ❌ Closed source | - |
| dApp / light wallet | Nami | ✔️ Open source | https://github.com/input-output-hk/nami |