Connect to dapps
Connect your wallet to compatible decentralized apps and approve each connection yourself.
Discover MetaMask ↗ YOUR GATEWAY TO WEB3
One wallet.
A whole new web.
Explore decentralized apps, manage digital assets, and connect to Ethereum-compatible networks—all from your browser.
✓Always download from the official MetaMask website.
Your keys, your controlA self-custody wallet puts you in charge.
YOUR WEB3, IN ONE PLACE
✦ Explore freely
⌁ Built for self-custody
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A WALLET THAT OPENS DOORS
More than a place
to hold your crypto.
MetaMask is a browser wallet and app connection tool. Use it to interact with decentralized experiences while keeping control of your wallet credentials.
Manage your assets
View tokens and supported digital collectibles across networks in one familiar interface.
Explore the wallet ↗Choose your networks
Connect with Ethereum and compatible networks, and review network details before switching.
Read the help center ↗A FEW MINUTES TO GET STARTED
Set up your wallet.
Keep it yours.
Use MetaMask's official download page for the safest route to the Chrome extension.
Go to the official download
Open metamask.io/download and choose the browser extension. Check the address carefully before you proceed.
Install from the Chrome Web Store
Follow the official link to the store and confirm the publisher is MetaMask before adding the extension.
Create or restore your wallet privately
Follow the wallet's in-app instructions. Never share your Secret Recovery Phrase—not with support, websites, or anyone else.
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A SIMPLE RULE
MetaMask support will never ask for your Secret Recovery Phrase.
Keep it offline. Keep it private. Anyone with the phrase can control the wallet.SECURITY STARTS WITH YOU
Pause. Verify.
Then connect.
Crypto transactions can be irreversible. A few careful habits can help protect your wallet and your assets.
01
Never share your recovery phrase. Anyone who has it can access your wallet.
02
Check every URL. Bookmark official sites and watch for lookalike domains.
03
Review before you sign. Understand the transaction and permissions before approving.
04
Keep your browser updated. Install extensions only from trusted, official sources.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked
questions.
Quick answers to help you get started safely.
Is MetaMask free to install?+
The MetaMask browser extension is available to download from the official website at no cost. Network transactions may involve fees, and third-party services may have their own costs.
Where should I download the extension?+
Start at metamask.io/download. Avoid links in unsolicited messages, ads, or unfamiliar websites.
What is a Secret Recovery Phrase?+
It's the master key used to restore a wallet. Store it privately and securely offline. Never share it or enter it on a website claiming to offer support.
Is this an official MetaMask website?+
No. This is an independent informational guide and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by Consensys or MetaMask. Visit MetaMask's official website for downloads and account support.