Self-custodyModerate riskActive

Zerion Wallet

Mobile app, browser extension, and connected web portfolio interface

We reviewed Zerion Wallet using 4 official and public sources. The notes below focus on custody, recovery, and security trade-offs.

Zerion combines a broad EVM interface with unusually clear public security claims and transaction-risk tooling, while retaining ordinary self-custody recovery responsibility.

Zerion Wallet
Good fit if you need
  • EVM users who want detailed transaction previews and allowance controls
  • users who value public audits, open core client code, Ledger support, and portfolio tracking

Key specifications

Brand
Zerion
Role
Consumer Wallet
Custody
Self Custody
Platforms
iOSAndroidBrowser ExtensionWebWindowsMacosLinux
Networks
ethereumevm-compatible
Pricing
Free

Free to download and use

Backup and keys

The web app can act as a portfolio tracker without importing keys; do not classify connected watch-only wallets as Zerion custody.

Key setup
Seed Based HdGenerated KeysImported KeysHardware BackedWatch only
Backup options
manual phrase backupoptional encrypted iCloud or Google Drive backupLedger hardware recovery
Security and privacy

EVM self-custody with broad DApp and allowance exposure; Zerion’s previews, phishing detection, spam filtering, and allowance controls reduce but do not eliminate signing risk.

Encrypts keys locally
Yes
Privacy note
The security page establishes optional cloud backup and no signup/KYC claims; a detailed current privacy policy review remains required.
Who runs it

Third-party providers can affect uptime, privacy, and recovery. They are documented here for context, not as ranking points.

  • EVM RPC and portfolio/indexer providers (Rpc; KYC: Not Required)
  • Swap, bridge, staking, and DApp services (Other; KYC: Provider Dependent)
Affiliate
No affiliate relationship recorded

Sources we checked

4 sources reviewed, with 4 documented claims tied to specific fields.

  • Zerion Wallet Security

    Zerion states that it is self-custodial and cannot access recovery phrases or private keys.

  • Zerion Wallet Security

    Zerion documents phishing detection, transaction previews, custom token allowances, spam filtering, and public security audits; these are product claims rather than a guarantee against loss.

  • Keep your Zerion recovery phrase safe

    Zerion documents a 12-word phrase as the only standard restore path and optional encrypted cloud backup.

  • Download Zerion

    The download page lists iOS, Android, Chrome/Brave, Firefox, Arc, and web portfolio surfaces.

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