Overview
Rabby Wallet is a browser-based cryptocurrency wallet designed for users who interact with decentralized finance (DeFi) regularly. It aims to combine a polished user experience with security-first features such as transaction previews, multi-account management, granular permissions, and enhanced phishing protection. Rabby is commonly used as a browser extension and targets both newcomers who want a friendly interface and power users who need advanced DeFi tooling.
Core Features
- Transaction Preview: View decoded contract calls, estimated gas, and potential token approvals before you sign.
- Permission Manager: See and revoke dApp permissions and token allowances from a single interface.
- Multi-Account Support: Create multiple wallets and switch between accounts quickly for segregation of funds and activities.
- Chain & Network Compatibility: Connect to Ethereum mainnet and popular layer-2 and EVM-compatible networks.
- Gas and Speed Controls: Advanced gas customization with recommended presets for different urgency levels.
Security & Privacy
Security is central to Rabby’s design. Private keys are stored locally (encrypted) in the browser extension and never leave the user’s device. Rabby provides contextual warnings for risky transactions, highlights approval amounts, and surfaces suspicious contract behavior where possible. Privacy features limit unwanted telemetry and give users clear choices about data sharing.
Getting Started
Setup is straightforward: install the browser extension, create a new wallet or import an existing seed phrase, and set a strong password. After onboarding, connect to a dApp by approving the site’s connection request — Rabby will show a detailed breakdown of requested permissions. For safety, use separate accounts for small daily interactions and long-term cold storage.
Everyday Usage
Rabby streamlines common tasks like sending tokens, swapping, and interacting with smart contracts. It emphasizes pre-signature inspection — revealing which function is being called, who receives funds, and whether approvals will grant infinite allowances. For DeFi users this reduces accidental approvals and unintended fund exposures.
Troubleshooting & Common Issues
- Extension not showing up: Ensure the extension is enabled in your browser, refresh the page, and reload the extension.
- Transaction failing: Check gas limits, nonce, and network status — try a small test transaction first.
- Can't connect to a dApp: Revoke stale site permissions in Rabby and reconnect, or clear site data for that dApp.
- Seed import errors: Confirm you’re using the correct seed phrase format and word order; Rabby supports common BIP39 seeds.
Best Practices
Use hardware wallets for large balances, enable separate accounts for different use cases, and regularly audit token approvals. Keep your browser up to date and avoid granting unlimited approvals to unknown contracts. When in doubt, verify transactions with small amounts or use simulation tools to preview contract effects.
Who Should Use Rabby Wallet?
Rabby is ideal for DeFi users who want granular control and clearer transaction insights than a standard wallet provides. Traders, yield farmers, and DAO participants will appreciate the permission manager and transaction decoding features. Casual users can also benefit from the safety-first prompts and simple send/receive flows.