MetaMask

An Ethereum Wallet in your Browser

MetaMask: Your Ethereum Wallet & Blockchain Gateway

MetaMask is a browser extension that functions as a secure Ethereum wallet and gateway to blockchain applications. It offers tools for purchasing, transferring, and swapping digital assets while allowing users to connect to decentralized apps (DApps) with ease. With millions of users worldwide, MetaMask emphasizes user control over private keys and personal data. It supports asset management, user-created Snaps for wallet customization, and provides a secure login system. Its open-source code and commitment to privacy make MetaMask a trusted steward of user data in the decentralized web.
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Extension stats

Users: 16,000,000+
Version: 12.9.2 (Last updated: 2024-12-17)
Creation date: 2020-05-04
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • alarms
  • clipboardWrite
  • notifications
  • scripting
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • webRequest
  • offscreen
Host permissions:
  • http://localhost:8545/
  • file://*/*
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
  • ws://*/*
  • wss://*/*
Size: 22.52M

Other platforms

MetaMask - Blockchain Wallet (v7.37.0)
4.54 (395,086) 36,316,699+
MetaMask (v12.6.2)
4.26 (4,068) 459,848+
MetaMask (v11.16.14)
3.50 (250) 3,320,090+
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Extension summary

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A secure wallet and gateway to blockchain sites

Whether you are an experienced user or brand new to blockchain, MetaMask helps you connect to the decentralized web: a new internet.

We're trusted by millions of people across the world, and our mission is to make this new decentralized web accessible to all.

The MetaMask extension allows you to buy, send, spend, swap, and exchange your digital assets. Make pay ments to anyone, anywhere. Customize your wallet with community-built Snaps. Log into websites securely to trade assets, lend, borrow, play games, publish content, buy rare digital art, and so much more.

With MetaMask, your keys and assets always stay in your control; • Use MetaMask’s key vault, secure login and digital wallet to manage your digital assets. • Generate passwords and keys on your phone and keep your accounts secure. • Browse and connect to the decentralized websites. • Control what information you share with the sites you use, and what to keep private.

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Many users find it to be a nice and convenient wallet.
  • Some users mention good customer support.
Cons
  • Frequent bugs and crashing issues.
  • Problems syncing and connecting with other services.
  • Slow transaction processing.
Most mentioned
  • Bugs and issues leading to frustration.
  • Customer support availability.
  • Performance problems with the extension.
User reviews
great wallet
by Ramesh Kumar, 2024-12-17

best wallet
by Ganga Pujari, 2024-12-17

very good wallet
by Elias Torp, 2024-12-17
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Extension safety

Risk impact

MetaMask requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

MetaMask is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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