How does value move securely across thousands of apps, wallets, and networks in the decentralized economy? For millions of users and hundreds of protocols, the answer is WalletConnect.
WalletConnect has become a foundational layer of onchain infrastructure. It connects tens of thousands of applications and hundreds of wallets, powers over 50 million unique users, and facilitates hundreds of billions of dollars in Total Network Volume annually. From mobile-first onboarding to enterprise-grade access, it is the universal interface for decentralized connectivity.
We’ve joined forces with the WalletConnect team on focused security engagements. Their engineering and operational rigor serve as a model for protocols aiming to meet the demands of institutional adoption and real-world financial use cases. Together, we aligned around a shared commitment to scalable security and the future of the financial internet.
Unlocking Frictionless Connectivity at Scale
WalletConnect solves one of the most persistent challenges in Web3: enabling seamless, secure, and universal access between any wallet and any decentralized application. As protocols grow more complex and users span mobile, desktop, and custodial environments, WalletConnect offers the connective infrastructure that allows every stakeholder to interact with Web3 efficiently and reliably.
At the core of WalletConnect’s architecture is a modular SDK stack that powers every major use case across the onchain economy. Each component is designed to work independently or in combination, making it easier for teams to adopt what they need without overhauling their systems. This makes WalletConnect not only scalable, but composable across app categories, chains, and wallet types.
Reown
Reown AppKit enables decentralized applications to integrate wallet login, session management, and signing with a single interface. Developers can onboard users across chains and wallet providers with minimal integration complexity, improving user experience and simplifying development workflows.
WalletKit SDK
The WalletKit SDK empowers wallets to connect across the ecosystem while drastically reducing technical overhead. From mobile-first self-custody to browser extensions, hardware wallets, and custodians, WalletConnect provides a unified standard for interoperability.
One-Click Auth and Link Mode
Mobile performance is critical for Web3. WalletConnect’s One-Click Auth allows users to connect with a single tap, streamlining onboarding. Link Mode improves reliability under poor network conditions by transmitting requests via Universal Links instead of relying on persistent WebSocket sessions.
Verify API
Phishing protection is essential in wallet security. The Verify API validates domains before connections are initiated, helping users visually confirm trusted applications. It integrates directly into SDK flows and is already supported by major wallets.
Universal Developer Abstraction
WalletConnect eliminates the need for fragmented wallet integrations. A single implementation gives apps access to a growing network of wallets, including MetaMask, Rainbow, Ledger Live, Coinbase Wallet, and Trust Wallet. This reduces integration debt and accelerates deployment.
Comprehensive Use Cases
WalletConnect is live across high-impact applications spanning DeFi, payments, infrastructure, and institutional operations. Lending and trading protocols use it for secure wallet connections. Payments providers use it for point-of-sale systems and stablecoin settlements. Custodians integrate it for policy-enforced capital deployment.
WalletGuide and WalletConnect Certified further enhance the ecosystem by helping users identify secure, high-quality wallets. These standards encourage UX quality, security, and transparency across the network.
Network Incentives and Governance
The WalletConnect Token (WCT) supports staking, governance, and soon - fee alignment. As adoption grows, WCT ensures the network remains decentralized, secure, and guided by its community.
More details about their infrastructure can be found on their website.
Serving Institutional Finance
What makes it possible for institutions to operate safely onchain?
For many, the answer is WalletConnect. It provides the reliability, auditability, and control needed to meet institutional standards. Custodians, exchanges, asset managers, and fintech platforms use WalletConnect to access thousands of onchain apps without giving up on security or internal policies. It handles the complexity under the hood so organizations can focus on building, managing assets, and scaling with confidence.
Use cases include:
- Custody and Treasury: Multi-tier approvals and policy-based controls
- Capital Deployment: Secure DeFi participation
- Settlements: Onchain treasury and vendor payments
- Compliance: KYT integrations and audit trails
What’s Next: Enabling Trillion Dollar Onchain Connectivity
WalletConnect is evolving beyond wallet-to-app communication and into a new era of financial, commercial, and institutional connectivity.
The roadmap includes:
- Stateless authentication for faster, more secure wallet interactions
- Cross-chain abstraction for seamless user experiences across networks
- Token-governed upgrades and wallet incentives via WCT
- Developer analytics and app discovery tools
The financial internet is maturing, and WalletConnect will continue to define how apps and assets connect securely and composably.
Build With Cantina
WalletConnect is already trusted to move billions in value monthly. Its success is proof that security, composability, and scale are possible.
If you are building connectivity infrastructure, wallet layers, or decentralized application platforms, Cantina can help. Contact us to scope a high-signal review or infrastructure engagement tailored to your roadmap.
Together, we can secure the future of the financial internet.