Your keys. Your assets.
MetaMask is a self-custody wallet. You control your Secret Recovery Phrase and decide how and when to use your wallet.
Understand self-custody YOUR WALLET. YOUR RULES.
Step into
a more open
internet.
A wallet that puts you in control. Explore web3, manage your digital assets, and connect to decentralized apps with MetaMask.
Self-custody means your keys stay yours.
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A clearer view of your web3 world
ONE WALLET, MANY POSSIBILITIESBUILT FOR THE OPEN WEB
A WALLET THAT OPENS DOORS
Web3, on your terms.
Tools to explore the decentralized web—without giving up control of what’s yours.
One wallet, many worlds.
Connect to thousands of decentralized applications to explore web3, from digital art to decentralized finance.
See how it worksKeep it all in view.
See and manage supported tokens and collectibles in one place, with a wallet experience designed for everyday use.
Explore MetaMask YOUR FIRST STEPS Getting started
Getting started
is straightforward.
Set up at your own pace. Your Secret Recovery Phrase is the key to your wallet—keep it private and store it securely.
Download MetaMaskInstall from the official source
Choose your browser or device from the official MetaMask download page. Double-check the address before installing.
Create or import a wallet
Follow the guided setup. If you create a wallet, carefully back up your Secret Recovery Phrase offline.
Explore with care
Connect only to sites you trust. Review each request before approving a connection or transaction.
A QUICK SECURITY REMINDER
Visit the Help Center Your recovery phrase is yours alone.
MetaMask support will never ask you for your Secret Recovery Phrase. Anyone who has it can access your wallet. Never share it with a person, website, or support agent.
A WALLET FOR THE OPEN WEBMeet your gateway
Meet your gateway
to web3.
MetaMask Wallet Extension is a self-custody wallet that helps you explore an open internet. It gives you a way to manage digital assets and connect to decentralized applications with a browser extension. You remain responsible for your wallet and the choices you make with it.
With MetaMask, you can view your assets, review transaction details, and connect with web3 experiences across supported networks. The extension is designed to make these interactions easier to understand, while keeping the essential decisions in your hands. You choose which sites to connect to, which requests to approve, and how to protect your account.
Getting started is simple: install MetaMask from its official source, follow the setup steps, and securely back up your Secret Recovery Phrase. That phrase is the master key to your wallet, so never share it—not even with someone claiming to be support. MetaMask cannot recover it for you.
Whether you are taking your first steps into web3 or returning to familiar applications, MetaMask offers one place to begin. Move at your own pace, stay curious, and take time to verify every connection and transaction. A more open web starts with informed choices—and a wallet that puts you in control.
GOOD TO KNOW
Questions, answered.
New to wallets? Start with the essentials.
Always verify you’re using official MetaMask resources.
What is MetaMask Wallet Extension?
MetaMask is a self-custody wallet that lets you manage supported digital assets and connect to decentralized applications. The browser extension is one way to use MetaMask on the web.
Is MetaMask free to install?
The MetaMask extension is free to download from the official website and supported browser stores. Some blockchain transactions and services may involve network fees.
What is a Secret Recovery Phrase?
It is a private phrase that can restore access to your wallet. Store it securely offline and never share it. Anyone who obtains it may be able to control your wallet.
Can MetaMask support recover my wallet phrase?
No. MetaMask is self-custodial, which means only you control your Secret Recovery Phrase. Support will never request it, and it cannot be reset or recovered for you.
How do I get the official extension?
Visit metamask.io/download and follow the link for your browser. Avoid sponsored or unfamiliar download links, and always confirm the site address before installing.
THE OPEN WEB IS YOURS TO EXPLOREReady when
Ready when
you are.
Start with the official MetaMask extension. Take control, stay curious, and explore at your own pace.
Get MetaMaskMYOUR KEYS
YOUR CHOICE
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