# 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.

#### 2. **Creating a Wallet:**

* 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.

#### 3. **Accessing MetaMask:**

* 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.

#### 4. **Interface Overview:**

* 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.

#### 5. **Multi-Network Support:**

* By default, MetaMask connects to the Ethereum Mainnet.
* Users can switch between different networks, including testnets (Ropsten, Rinkeby), and add custom networks.
