Exodus is a self-custody cryptocurrency wallet designed for managing digital assets across multiple networks from a single interface. It is available on desktop and mobile, after the retirement of its browser extension on October 1, 2026.
Overview
Exodus operates under a non-custodial model, meaning users control their private keys and recovery phrase rather than delegating custody to a third party. Supported assets include Bitcoin and Ethereum.
History and Background
Exodus launched in 2015. Its product range expanded from desktop software to mobile wallets and the browser extension retired on October 1, 2026.
Core Products and Services
- Use Exodus on desktop and mobile. The discontinued browser extension no longer supports sending, receiving or viewing balances.
- Swap supported assets inside the wallet through integrated exchange functionality that routes to third-party liquidity providers.
- Exodus can pair with selected hardware wallets. Users approve transactions on the hardware while managing the portfolio through Exodus.
- View supported tokens and, where available, NFT holdings on compatible networks. Exodus has announced that NFT support on all networks will end on December 1, 2026.
Technology and Features
Exodus is designed around local key management. When a wallet is created, the recovery phrase serves as the primary backup. Transactions are signed using keys derived from that recovery phrase, and the user is responsible for protecting backups and device access. This model reduces reliance on account recovery processes used by custodial platforms, but it also means mistakes, such as losing recovery data or approving malicious transactions, can be difficult or impossible to undo.
After the browser extension’s retirement, dApp access requires a different compatible wallet. Holders of assets on Solana and other networks should check the receiving wallet’s recovery compatibility before importing credentials. Exodus Mobile can restore supported holdings from the 12-word recovery phrase but does not connect to web3 apps.
Exodus displays holdings across supported assets in one portfolio view.
Risks and Considerations
- If the recovery phrase is lost and the device is unavailable, assets may be unrecoverable. If the recovery phrase is exposed, funds can be stolen.
- Wallet users can be tricked into approving transactions or token permissions that drain assets, especially when interacting with unfamiliar dApps.
- DeFi and NFT activity can involve contract vulnerabilities or malicious contracts. Losses are typically irreversible on-chain.
- In-wallet swaps and related services may rely on external providers, which can introduce fees, limits, and availability differences by jurisdiction.

