# Rainbow

> Rainbow is a fun, simple, and secure Ethereum wallet that makes managing your assets a joy. Available in public Beta.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/rainbow-extension](https://chrome-stats.com/d/rainbow-extension)

## Overview

- **ID:** `rainbow-extension`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Rainbow
- **Category:** privacy-security,social-communication
- **Daily users:** 838
- **Weekly downloads:** 25
- **Rating:** 4.20 / 5 (15 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.6.13
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-09
- **First published:** 2023-09-01
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/rainbow-extension/)
- **Website:** [https://rainbow.me/support/extension](https://rainbow.me/support/extension)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/rainbow-extension/privacy/](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/rainbow-extension/privacy/)

## Description

Rainbow is a fun, simple, and secure Ethereum wallet designed to make managing your crypto assets a joy, ideal for both newcomers and experienced users. The extension offers automatic token discovery, native support for Layer 2 chains like Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, and Polygon, and seamless integration with BNB Smart Chain without custom RPC.

Users can effortlessly manage multiple seed phrases, wallets, and addresses. Advanced features include keyboard shortcuts for quick wallet switching, a Magic Menu for easy navigation, and Impersonation mode for watching wallets and interacting with dApps. Rainbow also supports built-in Send, Bridge, and Swap functionality to meet all DeFi needs while optimizing gas usage and protecting users from front-running via Flashbots. It complements other wallets for a flexible, streamlined crypto experience. Learn more at [rainbow.me/extension](https://rainbow.me/extension).

## Rankings

- #3,626 — Overall
- #1 — rainbow
- #9 — ethereum
- #21 — inbox
- #42 — fun
- #79 — wallet

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `activeTab`
- `clipboardWrite`
- `scripting`
- `storage`
- `tabs`
- `unlimitedStorage`
- `notifications`

### Host permissions

- `http://*/*`
- `https://*/*`
- `wss://*/*`
- `<all_urls>`

### Content script matches

- `*`
- `connect.trezor.io`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** High risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.

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## Review summary

User reviews for the Rainbow Firefox add-on are mixed. Many users praise it as a great ETH wallet, better than MetaMask, and a game changer. However, there are serious allegations from some users calling it a scam and wallet drainer, indicating significant trust concerns.

### Pros

- Highly regarded as a good Ethereum (ETH) wallet
- Considered better than MetaMask by some users
- Users find it enjoyable and a game changer

### Cons

- Claims of it being a scam and wallet drainer from some users

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/rainbow-extension)