Metamask® Chrome Extension®

Learn how to use the Metamask extension, a browser plugin that lets you store Ethereum and other tokens. Find out how to download, install, and interact with Ethereum-based …

Using MetaMask:

  1. Adding Funds:

    • Deposit Ethereum or ERC-20 tokens into your MetaMask wallet using your unique wallet address.

    • Buy Ethereum directly through the MetaMask interface using various payment methods.

  2. Interacting with dApps:

    • Visit a dApp that supports MetaMask (e.g., Uniswap, OpenSea).

    • Click on the "Connect Wallet" button on the dApp.

    • MetaMask will prompt you to connect. Approve the connection to start interacting with the dApp.

  3. Managing Assets:

    • View your account balance and transaction history in the MetaMask interface.

    • Send and receive Ethereum and ERC-20 tokens.

Advanced Features:

  1. Custom Networks:

    • MetaMask supports multiple Ethereum networks. Add custom networks (e.g., Binance Smart Chain, Polygon) by entering the network details in the MetaMask settings.

  2. Token Management:

    • Add and manage custom tokens. If a token isn’t displayed, manually add it using its contract address.

  3. Hardware Wallet Integration:

    • MetaMask supports integration with hardware wallets like Ledger and Trezor for added security.

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