Learn how to create and use a MetaMask wallet for your browser to access cryptocurrency apps, NFTs, and DeFi platforms. Follow the step-by-step guide with screenshots and tips to secure your wallet.
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There are many different cryptocurrency wallets out there, but Metamask is an incredibly popular one. It's simple and versatile. You can use it for NFTs, buying and selling tokens on decentralized exchanges (DEXs), or accessing a plethora of DeFi apps (dApps).
MetaMask can be installed as an extension in your web browser or downloaded on smartphones (iPhone and Android) as an app. You'll need Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Brave, or Microsoft Edge to use it in a browser. To get started, head to the MetaMask download page
For this explainer, Chrome will be used as the browser. If you're using Firefox, the steps to download and install are very similar. Once installed, MetaMask works the same regardless of the browser.
Once on the download page, click "Install MetaMask for Chrome" (or your browser of choice.)
