MetaMask
An Ethereum Wallet in your Browser
What is MetaMask?
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Summary
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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Pros
- Supports many Ethereum-based tokens and NFTs
- User retains complete control over private keys
- Dedicated 24/7 support team
- Non-custodial storage
- Ability to securely connect users to different blockchain-based applications
Cons
- Buggy and glitchy
- Issues with transactions
- Difficulty in switching chains and trading
- Slow transaction details loading
- High gas fees
Most mentioned
- Buggy and glitchy
- Issues with transactions
- Slow transactions
- Difficulty in switching chains and trading
- Non-custodial storage
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Safety
Risk impact
MetaMask is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install MetaMask if you trust the publisher.
Risk likelihood
MetaMask has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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