MetaMask is a popular cryptocurrency wallet browser extension used for interacting with Ethereum-based decentralized applications (DApps).
In this post, I will show you how to setup Metamask.
Step 1: Install MetaMask:
- Go to metamask.io in your web browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Brave).
- Click “download”
- Click add to Add metamask extension.
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Step 2: Create a New Wallet:
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- Open MetaMask by clicking its icon in your browser’s toolbar.
- Click “Create a New Wallet.”
- Set a strong password for your wallet.
- Click “Create New wallet” button to generate your new Ethereum wallet
Step 3: Backup Your Seed Phrase:
- In this step,Metamask will generate a list of words.
- Write down the 12 or 24-word seed phrase MetaMask provides.
- Keep it safe and don’t share it with anyone.
Step4: Confirm Your Seed Phrase:
- MetaMask will ask you to confirm your seed phrase by selecting the correct words in order.
Step 5: Start Using MetaMask:
- Now that your MetaMask wallet is set up and funded, you can use it to interact with decentralized applications, participate in token sales (ICOs/IDOs), and manage your cryptocurrencies securely.