See your Cardano activity
Review ADA and supported tokens, and explore NFT holdings from a single wallet interface. Always confirm network and recipient details before sending assets.
Explore Lace features THE CARDANO WALLET, EXPLAINED
A calmer way to explore your Cardano wallet.
A clear, independent guide to the Lace browser extension—from first setup to everyday safety—so you can make informed choices at your own pace.
Independent education. Never share your recovery phrase.
A FIELD GUIDE TO LACE
Own your keys.
Move at your pace.
Move at your pace.
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A QUICK ORIENTATION
One wallet. A more
connected Cardano experience.
Lace is a self-custody wallet built for the Cardano ecosystem. The browser extension helps bring your ADA, tokens, NFTs, and dApp connections into one place—while you remain responsible for safeguarding access to your wallet.
01Self-custodyYou hold your recovery details.
02Cardano focusedMade for assets on Cardano.
03Browser accessConnect to supported dApps.
Wallet features, supported browsers, and availability may change. Verify current details in official Lace documentation before installing or transacting.
WHAT YOU CAN DO
Useful tools, without
the mystery.
Get familiar with the everyday building blocks before connecting a wallet or moving assets.
Connect to dApps
Approve a connection when you want to use a supported Cardano app. Read each permission prompt and connect only to a site you trust.
Explore staking
Learn about delegating ADA to a stake pool through wallet tools. Delegation is not a guarantee of rewards; understand the terms before choosing.
Keep the keys yours
Self-custody gives you control—and puts recovery phrase security in your hands. Treat it like the master key to your funds.
Read the safety checklist FIRST-TIME SETUP
Start securely.
Step by step.
Take a moment to verify what you’re installing. A few careful checks now can help you avoid convincing copycats later.
Visit the official Lace siteThis guide is educational and is not an installation download. Use official Lace links only.
Begin at the official source
Type lace.io into your browser or use a verified bookmark. Check the domain carefully—lookalike spellings are a common phishing tactic.
Follow its extension listing
Use the browser-store link provided by Lace. Confirm the publisher, listing, and requested permissions before you install.
Create or restore with care
Follow the wallet’s current on-screen instructions. If you create a wallet, write the recovery phrase offline and keep it private. Never photograph or message it.
Secure your browser
Use a unique device password, keep your browser and operating system updated, and lock the wallet whenever you step away.
Make a careful first connection
Visit a dApp by its known address, review the wallet connection request, and start with a small test transaction when appropriate.
YOUR SECURITY CHECKLIST
Small habits.
Meaningful protection.
Self-custody works best when you slow down at the moments that matter. Keep this checklist close.
Keep your recovery phrase offline
Store it somewhere private and physically secure. Anyone who gets it may be able to control your wallet.
Never share it—not even with “support”
No legitimate support representative needs your phrase. Don’t enter it into websites, chat, email, or forms.
Read every transaction before signing
Check the destination, amount, network, and permissions. If something looks unexpected, reject and investigate.
Verify URLs and revoke what you no longer use
Bookmark trusted apps, watch for lookalike domains, and review connected dApps regularly.
Pause when it feels urgent. Scams often use countdowns, surprise rewards, and pressure to make you act before you think.
GOOD TO KNOW
Questions, clearly answered.
Quick context for getting started with Lace and managing a self-custody wallet.
For current product support, use Lace’s official website and documentation.
What is the Lace wallet extension?
Lace is a Cardano wallet from Input Output (IOG). Its browser extension gives you a way to view and manage a Cardano wallet and connect to supported decentralized applications from your browser. Always check the official Lace website for current product availability and supported browsers.
Is Lace a custodial wallet?
Lace is designed as a self-custody wallet: you control the wallet recovery information. That also means there is no support team that can restore a lost recovery phrase. Keep it private, offline, and backed up securely.
How do I install Lace safely?
Start from the official Lace website and follow its link to the browser extension listing. Check the publisher and listing details before installing. Avoid sponsored search results, unsolicited messages, and download links shared in direct messages.
Can I use Lace to stake ADA?
Lace provides Cardano staking features, including delegation options. Delegating ADA does not require sending it to a stake pool, but interface details and reward conditions can change. Review current Lace documentation and Cardano staking guidance before making a decision.
What should I do if a website asks for my recovery phrase?
Stop. A legitimate dApp connection should not require you to type your recovery phrase into a website. Never share it with a person, support agent, form, or pop-up. Close the page and verify the URL independently through official channels.
CURIOUS, NOT RUSHED
Your wallet journey
starts with good questions.
Take what you’ve learned, check the official resources, and move at a pace that feels right for you.
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