# 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](https://learn.metamask.io/).

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## **How to install MetaMask:** <a href="#id-01grvgahcnd0kspj72astjqtgs" id="id-01grvgahcnd0kspj72astjqtgs"></a>

### Browser Extension

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<summary>Chrome &#x26; Brave</summary>

1. Visit <https://metamask.io/>
2. Hit "Download" in the menu bar.
3. Click “Install MetaMask for Chrome”. You will be directed to the Chrome Web Store.

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9914368739099" alt="Install MetaMask Chrome" data-size="original">

4. Click “Add to Chrome”.
5. On the pop up, click “Add extension”.

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9914368713115" alt="Install MetaMask Chrome" data-size="original">

&#x20;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.&#x20;

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<summary>Firefox</summary>

1. Visit <https://metamask.io/>
2. Click on "Download"
3. Hit "Install MetaMask for Firefox".
4. In the new window that opens, click on "Add to Firefox"

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9914790810139" alt="Install MetaMask Firefox" data-size="original">

5. On the pop up, click “Add”

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9914739324187" alt="Install MetaMask Firefox" data-size="original">

**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.

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<summary>Edge</summary>

1. Visit <https://metamask.io/>
2. Click on "Download".
3. Hit "Install MetaMask for Edge".
4. In the new window that opens, click "Get".

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9915320203291" alt="Install MetaMask Edge" data-size="original">

5. On the pop up, click "Add Extension".

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9915303914395" alt="Install MetaMask Edge" data-size="original">

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".

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### Mobile

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<summary>iOS</summary>

1. Open the App Store and hit the search button in the bottom right. Input [MetaMask](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/metamask-blockchain-wallet/id1438144202) into the search bar.

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9915602462491" alt="Install MetaMask iOS" data-size="original">

2. Either click 'Get' or tap on the name of the app to see more details. Complete the usual App Store download confirmation process.
3. Once installed, open the app and follow the prompts to create your wallet.
4. Back up your Secret Recovery Phrase somewhere safe and offline!

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<summary>Android</summary>

1. Open the Play Store and search for "[MetaMask](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.metamask\&hl=en\&gl=US)". **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.**

<img src="https://support.metamask.io/hc/article_attachments/9915891139227" alt="Install MetaMask Android" data-size="original">

2. Tap 'Install' and wait for the process to finish.
3. Once installed, open the app and follow the prompts to create your wallet.
4. Back up your Secret Recovery Phrase somewhere safe and offline!

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Alternatively, you could also access each browser's extension store and search for MetaMask. Whatever you prefer!&#x20;
