Do it safely

How to connect your wallet to a dapp safely

Reviewed 2026-06-25

To connect your wallet safely: verify the exact URL first, reach the dapp via a bookmark rather than a link, review any signature request before signing, and disconnect and revoke approvals when done. A fake front-end that looks identical to the real one is the main risk.

Why this matters

Connecting your wallet is routine, but a fake front-end that copies the real app pixel-for-pixel is the main way people get caught. The fix is verifying the URL before you connect. Threats work because they look ordinary and create urgency. The fix is simple: verify before you trust.

The safe steps

Verify the exact URL before connecting — not just the domain name
Reach dapps via bookmarks, not search results or links
Review every signature and approval request before signing
Disconnect and revoke approvals when done

Check where you stand

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FAQ

Is this financial advice?

No. This is defensive security education only — how to avoid losing funds while doing this, not whether to do it or whether it will be profitable.

How do I check my crypto safety habits?

Take the free Crypto Safety Score quiz, then run a free scan in the Defender mini-app.

Educational content only. Not financial advice. Verify every action in your own wallet. Web3Defender names no project as malicious.