Trust & Security — Why Exodus?
Security-first, self-custody design
Exodus is a self-custodial wallet: private keys are stored locally on the user's device and not held by Exodus. The team publishes security details and recommendations and maintains a knowledge base for safety practices.
Core Features
Manage
Track balances across 1,000+ assets, view portfolio performance, and import/export wallets via standard seed phrases.
Swap
Built-in swaps with best-rate aggregation — swap between many tokens without leaving the wallet UI.
Explore Web3
Browser extension turns Chrome/Brave into a Web3 browser capable of connecting to dApps and managing NFTs and DeFi positions.
Cross-Platform
Desktop, mobile (iOS/Android), browser extension and integrations including Trezor hardware support.
How to Use Exodus — Quick Flow
- Download & install: Choose desktop, mobile, or extension and follow official install links below.
- Create wallet: Generate a secure seed phrase and store it offline (never share the seed).
- Fund & manage: Receive or buy crypto in-app, check portfolio and history.
- Swap & explore: Use in-app swap or connect the Web3 extension to dApps for DeFi and NFTs.
Accessibility & onboarding
Exodus aims for a friendly UX with guided onboarding and support articles for troubleshooting and best practices.
Best Practices — Keep Your Wallet Secure
- Always store your 12/24-word seed phrase offline and in multiple secure places.
- Enable device passcodes and use hardware wallets for large balances.
- Verify download sources (official domain links below) and beware phishing sites.
- Keep software updated and follow the wallet's security knowledge base.
Quick FAQ
Is Exodus custodial? No — it's non-custodial; users control private keys locally.
Where to get help? Exodus Support and Knowledge Base provide step-by-step guides and troubleshooting.