WalletConnect
WalletConnect is a leading open-source protocol that enables secure connections between non-custodial wallets and decentralized applications. Launched in 2018, WalletConnect has become a foundational layer of Web3 infrastructure, powering seamless connectivity between wallets and dApps and enabling users to access the onchain economy with simplicity and security. The protocol bridges mobile wallets and decentralized applications, allowing users to interact with Web3 services while maintaining full control of their assets. Today, WalletConnect serves as the core connectivity layer for the Web3 ecosystem, supporting more than 220 million connections across over 35 million users worldwide. The protocol facilitates more than 20 million connections each month for over 5 million monthly users, reinforcing its role as a critical component of secure and efficient onchain transactions.
ABOUT WALLETCONNECT
WalletConnect is an open-source connectivity protocol that enables secure communication between non-custodial wallets and decentralized applications.
It is designed to make Web3 interactions safer, simpler, and more interoperable across devices, platforms, and blockchain ecosystems.
By supporting a wide range of wallets, WalletConnect provides flexibility and a seamless user experience across the Web3 landscape.
The protocol is introducing a robust, community-led infrastructure aimed at further decentralizing connectivity and improving the overall onchain user experience.
WalletConnect is compatible with many of the most widely used wallets in the ecosystem, including Ledger Live, MetaMask, Trust Wallet, Math Wallet, Argent Wallet, Gnosis Safe, ByBit Web3 Wallet, Rainbow, MyEtherWallet, SafePal, AlphaWallet, BitPay, imToken, Unstoppable Wallet, and OMNI.
WALLETCONNECT FEATURES & SERVICES
Secure Wallet to dApp Connectivity – WalletConnect enables users to connect non-custodial wallets to decentralized applications without exposing private keys. Connections are established through encrypted communication, allowing users to retain full control of their assets while interacting with onchain applications.
Cross-Platform and Cross-Device Support – The protocol supports connections between mobile wallets, desktop applications, and browser-based decentralized applications. Users can connect through QR codes or deep links, making WalletConnect compatible across operating systems and devices.
Open-Source Protocol – WalletConnect is fully open source, allowing developers, wallet providers, and dApp teams to inspect the codebase, integrate the protocol, and contribute to its development. This approach promotes transparency, security review, and widespread ecosystem adoption.
Multi-Chain Compatibility – WalletConnect supports interactions across multiple blockchain networks. This allows users to connect wallets to decentralized applications operating on different chains through a single standardized connectivity layer.
Session Management and Permissions – The protocol enables users to approve, manage, and revoke sessions, including transaction signing and message requests. Users can view active connections and disconnect sessions at any time, maintaining control over wallet permissions and security.
Developer Integration Tools – WalletConnect provides software development kits and libraries that simplify wallet connectivity integration for developers building decentralized applications.
Decentralized and Community-Led Infrastructure – WalletConnect is evolving toward a decentralized, community-led infrastructure designed to distribute network responsibility, improve resilience, and support long-term scalability of onchain connectivity.