MetaMask Chrome Extension - Official Website

When hunting for secure and non-custodial crypto storage, the first name that might strike your mind is MetaMask. If I am correct, this is an Ethereum-based cryptocurrency wallet that helps you enjoy a wide spectrum of facilities that help you sail smoother in the ocean of crypto trading. This cryptocurrency wallet helps you interact with the various user interfaces of a wide range of dApps as well as Web3 apps. And you'll be glad to know that all of these services can be accessed by directly from your Chrome browser by installing the MetaMask Chrome extension.

Now, you must be wondering what is the role of this extension and how it helps us to access the MetaMask wallet features and functionalities. Well, the short answer is- once you install the extension, the wallet file will inject the Web3 JavaScript into the mechanism of your browser making it easier for users to utilize the wallet services.

Though this browser plugin can be installed on several browsers, our focus will mainly be on the MetaMask Chrome extension.

There are two different methodologies that you can take into consideration if you wish to use the MetaMask extension on your browser. Use any method given below to install an authentic version of the MetaMask Chrome extension:

Method 1: Via the official MetaMask Website 

1. As the first step, navigate to the official MetaMask website i.e. https://metamask.io/ 

2. Choose the "Download" or "Download for Chrome" button

3. After that, select "Install MetaMask for Chrome" on the next page

4. On the Chrome web store page, select "Add to Chrome"

5. Right after that, you must select "Add extension" to finalize the process

Method 2: From the Chrome Web Store 

1. Open the Chrome Web Store from your browser

2. On your left, look for the search bar and enter "MetaMask" in it

3. Hit the "Enter" key or use the search icon to begin your search

4. Further, choose the option referred to as "Add to Chrome" after confirming the authenticity

5. Next up, hit the option "Add extension" option for confirmation

The process that I am going to explain below can also be applied on web browsers other than Google Chrome. Since MetaMask is available for different web browsers such as Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Brave, and Edge browser, the usage instructions are similar for all these browsers. Here are the steps that can help you get started:

Step 1- Open the MetaMask Chrome extension and select "Get started"

Step 2- When on the next page, you must choose "Create New Wallet" as a new user

Step 3- If you agree to the point that MetaMask should collect data in order to improve its services, then you should select the "I Agree" option

Step 4- Now, you must create a password and confirm the same in the next step

Step 5- Select the box next to the "I have read and agree to the Terms of Use"

Step 6- To reveal the Secret Recovery Phrase, click on the given dark area

Step 7- As an important step, you must create a backup of this seed phrase

Step 8- Once done with the backup, click "Next" and confirm the Secret Recovery Phrase in the next step

Congratulations!!! You have successfully created a non-custodial Ethereum crypto wallet for yourself and now you can store ETH and ERC-20 tokens over it.

If you have an existing wallet on MetaMask and you want to avoid the hurdle of creating a new wallet and then transferring your funds from the previous one to the new wallet, then this magical trick will help you. You can certainly restore or import your existing wallet on MetaMask by following the given steps:

1. Open the MetaMask Chrome extension you've installed lately

2. Further, choose the option that says "Get Started"

3. When on the next page, choose between "I Agree" and "No Thanks" option

4. Then, choose the "Import Wallet" button and then assign a new password to your wallet

5. Also, add the details of your Secret Recovery Phrase

6. If your SRP is correct, your wallet be imported successfully

NOTE: Even if you know the existing password of your wallet but you have changed the password, you will need to use the new password that you have created while importing the wallet.

For your information, you must note that within a single wallet, you can create multiple accounts. These accounts have their own wallet addresses. Hence, you must take a look at the steps to find out your wallet address and then fund your wallet with ETH or ERC-20 tokens:

1. Sign into your MetaMask wallet account

2. If you have created multiple accounts, you can select the account of your choice

3. Following this, navigate to the place where your account name is written

4. Just below it, you will find your wallet address

5. Click this address to copy it

6. Share this address or use it to receive crypto assets at this address

Having an uninterrupted journey with MetaMask does not mean that you'll not come across any issues with it. At times, the MetaMask Chrome extension could give you a tough time while you try to load it. Hence, in that scenario, you must refer to the steps explained below and find us at your rescue:

• Review and update the extension: Using an updated version of the MetaMask Chrome extension is recommended when for a smoother experience with the platform.

• Clear browser cache and cookies: This is another working remedy that helps users get rid of any issue that they might have with the MetaMask extension on their browsers. 

• Uninstall and re-install it: If the extension fails to load on your device and you do not know what you're supposed to do, then you must remove the extension from your web browser and re-add it via https://metamask.io/download/. 

Resolve issues with the device or the internet: In case you are running on an outdated version of the web browser or the operating system, please update them. Also, resolve any internet connectivity issues on your device.

After going through this read, we got to know that MetaMask Chrome extension makes it pretty easy for us to use the wallet services offered by MetaMask. After installing the extension, you can use the diverse services offered in the decentralized and Web3 world. By using this non-custodial wallet, you can ensure that nobody else except you is eyeing your crypto assets.