Explore decentralized apps
Connect your wallet to compatible apps and interact with Web3 from the browser you already use.
YOUR WEB3 STARTING POINT
Your gateway
to a more open
internet.
Meet MetaMask for Chrome: one wallet to explore decentralized apps, manage digital assets, and make Web3 feel a little more within reach.
Always download from an official source.
We’ll show you exactly how to check.
We’ll show you exactly how to check.
Your keys, your choicesExplore on your own terms
AN INDEPENDENT GETTING-STARTED GUIDESCROLL TO EXPLORE
A WALLET THAT GOES WITH YOU One extension.
One extension.
A world of possibility.
MetaMask puts the essentials of your Web3 life in your browser, with you in control of what connects and what gets approved.
Keep assets in view
See supported tokens and collectibles in one wallet, and review transaction details before you act.
Approve with intention
Wallet connections and transactions ask for your approval. Take a moment to read each request closely.
UP AND RUNNING IN A FEW STEPS Start with the
Start with the
right download.
Use the official MetaMask website to find the Chrome extension. A few careful steps now help protect your wallet later.
Go to metamask.ioCheck the address: metamask.io
Open the official download page
Type metamask.io into your browser, then choose the download option for Chrome.
Confirm the Chrome Web Store listing
Check that the publisher is MetaMask and review the listing before selecting “Add to Chrome.”
Create or import a wallet
Follow the extension’s on-screen setup. Never enter your recovery phrase on a website or share it with anyone.
Pin the extension, then explore
Pin MetaMask from Chrome’s extensions menu. Connect only to apps you recognize and trust.
A LITTLE CAUTION GOES A LONG WAYGood wallet habits
Good wallet habits
start here.
Self-custody means you’re in charge. These simple habits can help you stay safer while exploring Web3.
Guard your recovery phrase
Write it down and store it somewhere private and offline. Never share it—even with someone claiming to be support.
Check every address
Look closely at URLs before connecting. Scammers often create lookalike sites with tiny spelling changes.
Read before approving
Understand what a wallet request is asking you to do. If anything feels unexpected, reject it and investigate.
Remember: MetaMask will never ask for your Secret Recovery Phrase by email, DM, phone, or support chat.
Visit official supportGOOD QUESTIONS, CLEAR ANSWERSBefore you
Before you
get started.
Wallets can feel new at first. Here are a few useful things to know.
Is MetaMask a Chrome extension?
Yes. MetaMask is available as a browser extension for Chrome and other supported browsers. Always install it through the official MetaMask site or the verified Chrome Web Store listing linked on this page.
Is the extension free to install?
Installing the MetaMask browser extension is free. Network fees may apply when you make transactions on a blockchain, and third-party services can have their own fees.
Does MetaMask store my recovery phrase for me?
No. Your Secret Recovery Phrase gives control of your wallet. Keep it offline and private—MetaMask support will never ask you to share it. Anyone who has it can access your wallet.
Can I use MetaMask with decentralized apps?
MetaMask can connect to compatible decentralized applications so you can review and approve wallet actions. Check each request carefully and only connect to sites you trust.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER, ON YOUR TERMSCuriosity looks
Curiosity looks
good on you.
Take your first step into Web3 with a wallet you control—and a little knowledge in your pocket.
Explore MetaMask External link · Opens the official MetaMask website