Switch from MetaMask to Coinbase Wallet

The purpose of this document is to help Metamask users switch to Coinbase Wallet.

Note: we do not support private key import into mobile devices

Switch using a browser extension

1. Open your Metamask extension and click on your wallet name.

2. Open the menu by selecting the three dots next to your wallet balance. 

3. Select Account details.

4. Select Show private key.

5. Enter your wallet password.

6. Follow the prompt to reveal your private key.

7. Copy your private key.

   1. Remember to store your private key safely and never share it with others. Anyone with this private key can control your account and access your funds.

8. Open the Coinbase Wallet extension and select I already have a wallet.

9. Select Enter recovery phrase of private key banner.

10. Enter your private key.

11. Enter a secure password that you'll remember to secure your Wallet.

Switch using a mobile app

1. Open your Metamask mobile app and select the Settings icon.

2. Select Security & Privacy.

3. Select Reveal secret recovery phrase.

4. Enter your wallet password.

5. Follow the prompt to reveal your recovery phrase.

6. Copy your recovery phrase.

   1. Remember to store your private key safely and never share it with others.

7. Open the Coinbase Wallet app and select I already have a wallet.

   1. The Coinbase Wallet mobile app is available in the App Store for iPhone or in the Google Play Store for Android.

8. Select Enter recovery phrase button.

9. Paste your recovery phrase into the box.