How to Create a MetaMask Wallet?
If you are wondering how to create a new cryptocurrency wallet, consider creating one by installing the MetaMask extension.
MetaMask is a free and secure browser extension that allows web applications to read and interact with the Ethereum blockchain.
Step 1. Install MetaMask on your browser
To create a new wallet with MetaMask you need to install the extension first. You can install Metamask for Chrome , Firefox , Brave and Opera browsers.
1. Open https://metamask.io or search for “Metamask extension” using your favorite search engine.
In this tutorial we will be using Google Chrome as an example, but the workflow is the same for all browsers.
2. Click Chrome to install MetaMask as a Google Chrome extension.
3. Click Add to Chrome.
4. Click Add Extension.
That’s it! You have successfully installed MetaMask extension!
Step 1. Create an account
The next step is to create an account.
- Click on the MetaMask icon in the upper right corner to open the extension.
- To install the latest version of MetaMask, click, Try it now.
- Click Continue.
- Click on the MetaMask icon in the upper right corner to open the extension.
- Click Reveal secret words .
- You will see a 12 words seed phrase. Save seed words as a file or copy them to a safe place and click Next.
Reveal secret words and copy your secret backup phrase to a safe place
- Verify your secret phrase by selecting the previously generated phrase. When done, click Confirm. .
- You will see a 12 words seed phrase. Save seed words as a file or copy them to a safe place and click Next.
By “solving this puzzle” you are confirming that you know your secret phrase
Congratulations! You have successfully created your MetaMask account. A new Ethereum wallet address was automatically generated for you!