Coinbase Launches Embedded Wallets SDK to Simplify Web3 App Onboarding

Quick Take

• Coinbase unveils Embedded Wallets SDK as part of its Developer Platform (CDP).
• Developers can now integrate self-custodial wallets with zero friction.
• Key features include crypto onramps, token swaps, and 4.1% APY on USDC.

Coinbase is taking a major step toward making Web3 onboarding as simple as signing in to an app.

The new Embedded Wallets SDK, released under the Coinbase Developer Platform (CDP), lets developers embed self-custodial wallets into their apps with minimal friction. Instead of forcing users to manage seed phrases or install browser extensions, onboarding can now happen through email, SMS, or OAuth – familiar flows that mimic traditional app logins.

This SDK aims to bridge the gap between user-friendly UX and secure, decentralized custody. Users can start transacting immediately, while developers avoid dealing with custody or compliance burdens. Built-in features include crypto onramps, token swaps, and even a 4.1% annual yield on USDC balances.

Coinbase describes this as the “everything wallet” for builders. It runs on the same infrastructure powering Coinbase DEX, providing secure key management, recovery options, and plans to support smart contract wallets down the line.

From gaming and DeFi to creator tools and fintech, the SDK is designed for a wide range of use cases. It reflects a growing demand from developers who want to bring crypto to the mainstream without making users think about the complexity behind wallets.

“Users don’t want to think about wallets. They just want great apps,” the company said.