This guide focuses on safe installation, recovery phrase handling, and the approval and signature checks that prevent most losses.

If you are new to wallet jargon, the Markets Unplugged Crypto Glossary is the fastest way to check terms like seed phrase, recovery phrase, private key, gas fees, token approvals, and signatures.

New to wallets in general? Start with the wallet hub article that explains wallet types and how wallets work, then come back here to set up Rabby.

Quick Answer

To set up Rabby Wallet safely, download the Rabby Wallet extension only from official sources, back up your recovery phrase offline, and use Rabby’s transaction preview screens to double-check token approvals and signature prompts before you confirm anything.

Key Points

  • Rabby Wallet is built for Ethereum and EVM networks, with safety checks that help reduce common signing mistakes.
  • The safest download route is always the official publisher via your browser’s extension store.
  • Rabby’s transaction previews and approval visibility are the main reasons people switch from MetaMask.
  • You can create a new wallet, or import an existing one from MetaMask using your seed phrase.
  • Approvals matter. Unlimited token approvals are one of the most common ways wallets get drained.

What Is Rabby Wallet

Rabby Wallet is a self custody wallet focused on Ethereum and EVM ecosystems. It works mainly as a browser extension and is designed to make “signing” and “approving” actions clearer, so you are less likely to approve something you do not understand.

It is often described as a safer alternative to MetaMask for day to day DeFi use, because it shows clearer previews before you confirm.

Rabby positioned as an Ethereum and EVM wallet, with the key actions users typically need such as sending, swapping, bridging, and approvals. Source: Chrome Web Store

Rabby Wallet Vs MetaMask

People usually compare Rabby Wallet vs MetaMask for one simple reason: both are popular EVM wallets, but they feel very different when you interact with dApps.

Here is the practical difference a beginner will notice:

  • Rabby focuses on clearer previews and warnings before you confirm a transaction.
  • Rabby tends to make network switching feel more automatic, so you spend less time manually adding chains.
  • Rabby emphasises approvals visibility, so you can spot unlimited approvals and reduce exposure.

MetaMask is still a default choice for many users, but Rabby is often preferred by people who want more friction before signing.

Rabby Wallet Extension: How To Download It Safely

Most wallet losses do not come from “hacking the blockchain”. They come from people installing fake wallet extensions or signing malicious approvals.

Use this safety checklist before you install anything:

  • Type the official project name carefully, do not click random ads.
  • Check you are installing from your browser’s official extension store.
  • Confirm the publisher and reviews look consistent, not newly created or suspicious.
  • Do not install “helper extensions” that claim to fix wallet issues.

The safest way to install Rabby is via the official listing on your browser’s extension store, not via random ads or popups.

How To Use Rabby Wallet Step By Step Setup

This section answers the most common beginner query: how to use Rabby Wallet from install to first safe connection.

Step 1: Install The Extension

Install Rabby from the official extension store listing, then pin it to your browser toolbar so you can see it clearly when a site requests a signature.

Rabby Wallet Extension Listing: Source Chrome Web Store

This image shows the official extension listing page. It is useful because it reinforces the safest installation route and helps readers recognise the correct publisher page.

Step 2: Choose Create Or Import

When you open Rabby for the first time, you will choose one of two paths:

  • Create a new wallet
  • Import an existing wallet, including importing from MetaMask using your seed phrase

If you already have funds on MetaMask, importing is often simpler than starting from zero.

When you open Rabby for the first time, it will ask whether you want to create a new address or import an existing one.

First Launch Screen (Create Or Import Address): Source Rabby Wallet Guides

Step 3: Read The Seed Phrase Warnings

Rabby will show a short checklist before revealing your seed phrase. Take it seriously. If you lose your seed phrase, you can lose access to the wallet forever.

Read the safety prompts carefully, they are there to prevent the most common beginner mistakes.

Rabby Create New Seed Phrase Screen: Source Rabby

This screen shows Rabby’s built in warnings about seed phrase safety. It is a good teaching moment that the wallet cannot recover the phrase for you.

Step 4: Back Up Your Seed Phrase Offline

Write your seed phrase down offline and store it somewhere private. Do not screenshot it. Do not store it in email. Do not paste it into notes apps.

Important: if you use the seed phrase image below, blur the words grid before publishing.

Back up your seed phrase offline, and never publish it or store it in a cloud document.

Rabby Backup Seed Phrase Screen: Source Rabby

This screen shows the seed phrase backup step. For safety, always blur any visible words before using it in a public guide.

Step 5: Set A Strong Password

Your Rabby password protects local access on that device. It does not replace your seed phrase, but it does stop casual access.

Set a strong password and treat it like a device lock, not a recovery method.

Rabby Set Password Screen: Source Rabby

This screen shows the local password setup flow. The key point is that passwords protect the device, while the seed phrase is what recovers the wallet.

Step 6: Confirm The Wallet Is Created

Once you finish the setup steps, Rabby will confirm the wallet is ready.

When Rabby confirms creation, your next step is to fund the wallet with a small test amount before doing anything else.

Rabby Wallet Created Successfully Screen: Source Rabby

This confirmation screen shows the wallet setup completed. It is a useful visual cue so readers know they are at the correct stage before moving on.

How To Use Rabby Wallet Day To Day

Once installed, the basics are simple:

  • Receiving funds: copy your wallet address, double check the network, send a small test amount first.
  • Sending funds: confirm the chain, confirm the destination address, then send.
  • Swapping and bridging: only use reputable routes, and treat new tokens with suspicion.
  • Connecting to dApps: verify the site URL first, then read Rabby’s preview before signing.

A simple rule: if you do not understand what you are signing, do not sign it.

Token Approvals And Why They Matter

Token approvals are permissions you grant to smart contracts to spend your tokens. Many users approve “unlimited” spending without realising what it means.

This is one of the biggest wallet safety concepts to learn:

  • A swap might need a small approval once.
  • An unlimited approval can remain active long after you stop using that dApp.
  • If the dApp or contract is malicious, approvals can be used to drain tokens.

Rabby’s approvals visibility is one of the main reasons people prefer it over MetaMask. If you are unsure, avoid unlimited approvals unless you fully trust the contract.

Common Rabby Wallet Problems And Fixes

  • Rabby does not show my token balance
    Make sure you are on the correct network, then refresh the token list. Some tokens require manual addition.
  • A site keeps asking to connect
    Double check the URL, disconnect, and reconnect once. If it persists, do not sign anything.
  • Transactions fail or get stuck
    This is often a gas issue or network congestion. Try again later rather than spamming approvals.
  • I imported from MetaMask and addresses do not match
    Make sure you are using the same seed phrase and the same account path. If unsure, stop and verify before sending funds.

Mini FAQs

Is Rabby Wallet safer than MetaMask?
Rabby can reduce common mistakes because it shows more context and warnings before you sign, but no wallet can protect you if you approve a malicious transaction.

How do you use Rabby Wallet with Ethereum?
Install the extension, create or import a wallet, then select Ethereum in the network list before receiving or sending funds.

Can Rabby Wallet import MetaMask?
Yes. If you have your MetaMask seed phrase, you can import the same wallet into Rabby, then use Rabby’s interface for the same addresses.

Is Rabby Wallet only a browser extension?
Rabby is best known as a browser extension for EVM use. If you see mobile options, always verify you are using the official publisher route.

What is the biggest risk when using Rabby or MetaMask?
Signing malicious approvals or connecting to fake sites. Most losses come from phishing and approvals, not technical exploits.

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This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, or a recommendation to buy or sell any asset. Crypto assets can be volatile and transactions are irreversible. Always verify websites, addresses, networks, token approvals, and signature prompts, and consider your personal circumstances before making financial decisions.