Installing MetaMask Wallet
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MetaMask is the most widely used web3 wallet for interacting with the blockchain. It is available as both a browser extension and a mobile application. With MetaMask, users can securely store, send, swap, and receive various digital currencies and NFTs on EVM based networks.
Setting up a MetaMask wallet is a quick and straightforward process that can be completed within minutes. To begin, visit the official website metamask.io and install the MetaMask extension compatible with your browser of choice. MetaMask is supported on a wide range of popular browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, and Brave.
After the successful installation, a new window will appear. Locate the "Get Started" button and proceed by selecting "Create A Wallet" to initiate the creation of a new wallet.
Create a strong password with a minimum of 8 characters. This password will be used to access the MetaMask app whenever you relaunch your browser. It is not tied to your wallet.
Click the blurred box to reveal your secret backup phrase. These 12 words are your seed phrase which should be written on a piece of paper. Never store these words electronically. Anyone who gains access to your seed phrase can control your assets.
Next, confirm your secret backup phrase by selecting the words in the order you wrote them down.
Congratulations on successfully setting up your first MetaMask wallet! Remember to pin MetaMask to your browser for convenient and speedy access!
Your public address which is used to send and receive digital currencies and NFTs can be located under your account name (Account 1 in the example). Clicking on the account name copies your public address to your clipboard.
