Frequently Asked Questions
New to Vocab Wallet? This guide explains how everything fits together.
Vocab Wallet is a browser extension and companion website designed to help you seamlessly capture, organize, and study new vocabulary as you browse the web.
To start saving and learning words:
- 1. Install the extension for Chrome or Firefox.
- 2. Pin the extension to your browser toolbar to get instant confirmation whenever a word is saved.
- 3. Highlight any word on a webpage, then right-click and select "Add to Vocab Wallet" from the context menu.
- 4. The extension will instantly save the word and automatically gather definitions, synonyms, and other helpful details—no extra steps needed.
- 5. Open the extension popup to view and organize your words, add notes or tags, study with flashcards, and more.
The website serves two main purposes:
- 🔒 Backup: Securely save your words online so they’re safe if you clear your browser or switch devices.
- 🧠 Discovery: Explore curated vocabulary lists to learn new words by topic or interest.
⚠️ You can only add new words through the extension, not the website.
Words saved with the extension are stored in your browser’s local storage. They’re private, fast to access, and persist as you browse.
Yes! When you sign up on the website, your saved words can be backed up to the cloud, making them accessible from other devices and protected from browser data loss.
Absolutely. Your words stay in your browser unless you choose to sign up and back them up. Any synced data is securely stored in your private account and never shared.
Yes! Vocab Wallet is completely free to use.