🛠️ How to Install the MetaMask Extension (2025)

✅ Step 1: Visit the Official MetaMask Website

Go to the official MetaMask website:
👉 https://metamask.io

⚠️ Important: Only download MetaMask from the official website to avoid phishing scams or fake extensions.

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✅ Step 2: Click “Download”

Once you're on the homepage, click the “Download” button in the top right corner.

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✅ Step 3: Choose Your Browser

MetaMask supports these major browsers:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Brave
• Microsoft Edge

Click on your browser icon. You’ll be redirected to the official browser extension store (e.g., Chrome Web Store, Firefox Add-ons).

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✅ Step 4: Add MetaMask to Your Browser

Click “Add to [Your Browser]” or “Install” on the store page.
Confirm by clicking “Add Extension” when prompted.

You should now see the MetaMask fox icon in your browser’s toolbar.
👉 Tip: Pin the icon to your toolbar for easy access.

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✅ Step 5: Set Up Your Wallet

Click the MetaMask icon and follow the on-screen instructions:

1. Choose “Create a New Wallet” or “Import Wallet”
2. If creating a new one:

• Set a strong password
• Write down your 12-word secret recovery phrase
• Store it offline and securely

1. Confirm your recovery phrase to finish setup

🔐 Never share your secret recovery phrase. If someone has it, they can access your wallet.

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✅ Step 6: You’re In!

Once setup is complete, you can:

• View your wallet address
• Send/receive ETH and tokens
• Connect to dApps (like Uniswap, OpenSea, Aave, etc.)

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✅ You’re Ready for Web3

With the MetaMask extension installed, your browser becomes a secure crypto wallet and gateway to the decentralized internet.

🔗 Start using MetaMask at: https://metamask.io