Install MetaMask
What is MetaMask
MetaMask is a web browser extension and mobile app that allows you to manage your Ethereum private keys. By doing so, it serves as a wallet blockchain tokens, and allows you to interact with decentralized applications, or dapps. Learn more at MetaMask.
How to install MetaMask:
Browser Extension
Chrome & Brave
Visit https://metamask.io/
Hit "Download" in the menu bar.
Click “Install MetaMask for Chrome”. You will be directed to the Chrome Web Store.
Click “Add to Chrome”.
On the pop up, click “Add extension”.
After adding MetaMask Extension, MetaMask will automatically open. You can also make sure it's easily accessible in your toolbar by clicking the jigsaw icon in the top-right of the screen, and hitting the pin icon.
Firefox
Visit https://metamask.io/
Click on "Download"
Hit "Install MetaMask for Firefox".
In the new window that opens, click on "Add to Firefox"
On the pop up, click “Add”
NOTE: Don't be alarmed by the fact that the Firefox plugin is listed as being published by "danfinlay, kumavis" -- they're a couple of the main minds behind MetaMask!
After adding MetaMask Extension, you’ll return to your browser page. MetaMask will appear on your browser; click on it to open MetaMask.
Edge
Visit https://metamask.io/
Click on "Download".
Hit "Install MetaMask for Edge".
In the new window that opens, click "Get".
On the pop up, click "Add Extension".
After adding MetaMask Extension, MetaMask will automatically open. You can also make sure it's easily accessible in your toolbar by clicking the jigsaw icon in the top-right of the screen, clicking on the 3 dots next to the MetaMask extension, and selecting "Show in Toolbar".
Mobile
iOS
Open the App Store and hit the search button in the bottom right. Input MetaMask into the search bar.
Either click 'Get' or tap on the name of the app to see more details. Complete the usual App Store download confirmation process.
Once installed, open the app and follow the prompts to create your wallet.
Back up your Secret Recovery Phrase somewhere safe and offline!
Android
Open the Play Store and search for "MetaMask". The official MetaMask app looks like the screenshot below. Be VERY CAREFUL that you don't install a fake MetaMask app! Look for the one with 10M+ downloads.
Tap 'Install' and wait for the process to finish.
Once installed, open the app and follow the prompts to create your wallet.
Back up your Secret Recovery Phrase somewhere safe and offline!
Alternatively, you could also access each browser's extension store and search for MetaMask. Whatever you prefer!
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