MetaMask* Extension | Browser Extension
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To get started with MetaMask on Chrome, visit the Chrome Web Store.
Search for "MetaMask" and click on the extension to install it.
Upon installation, you'll be guided through the process of creating a new wallet or importing an existing one.
Set up a secure password and receive a seed phrase – a series of words crucial for wallet recovery.
Once installed, MetaMask places an icon in the browser toolbar. Click on the icon to open the extension.
Enter your password to unlock your wallet.
MetaMask's interface displays your account balance, Ethereum and token holdings, recent transactions, and customizable settings.
The extension provides easy navigation to different features, including sending and receiving assets.
By default, MetaMask connects to the Ethereum Mainnet.
Users can switch between different networks, including testnets (Ropsten, Rinkeby), and add custom networks.