Misconception: A browser extension is just a convenience — why Phantom’s extension matters for security and custody
Many Solana users treat browser wallets as mere UX conveniences: click-to-connect, sign a transaction, and move on. That shortcut understates three important mechanisms that determine whether the extension is an asset or an attack surface: where private keys live, how the extension mediates dApp requests, and what controls are in place to prevent user error […]