# Métamask® Chrome® Exténsion®

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### **To install the MetaMask extension on Chrome, follow these steps:** <a href="#to-install-the-metamask-extension-on-chrome-follow-these-steps" id="to-install-the-metamask-extension-on-chrome-follow-these-steps"></a>

1. Visit the official MetaMask website at [metamask.io.](https://gtly.to/kiHqxUncI)
2. Click on "Download" to initiate the installation process.
3. Click on "Install MetaMask for Chrome" to be directed to the Chrome Web Store.
4. Click on "Add to Chrome" to add the MetaMask extension.
5. A pop-up will appear, click on "[**Add extension**](https://gtly.to/kiHqxUncI)" to complete the installation.

Once installed, you can find the MetaMask extension icon in the top right corner of your Chrome browser. Click on the icon to access your MetaMask wallet and interact with decentralized applications (dApps) built on Ethereum and other EVM-compatible blockchains.

The MetaMask extension acts as a translator and guide, allowing your web browser to communicate with Ethereum and other blockchains. It securely stores your digital assets, manages transactions, and generates passwords and keys on your device, ensuring only you have access to your accounts and data.

To use the MetaMask extension, simply click on the icon, create or import a wallet, and start exploring the world of decentralized applications and web3.

### **How to install metamask on firefox** <a href="#how-to-install-metamask-on-firefox" id="how-to-install-metamask-on-firefox"></a>

To install MetaMask on Firefox, follow these steps:

1. Visit the official MetaMask website at [metamask.io](https://gtly.to/kiHqxUncI).
2. Click on "Download" to initiate the installation process.
3. Click on "Install MetaMask for Firefox" to be directed to the Firefox Add-ons store.
4. Click on "[**Add to Firefox**](https://gtly.to/kiHqxUncI)" to add the MetaMask extension.
5. A pop-up will appear, click on "Add" to complete the installation.

Once installed, you can find the MetaMask extension icon in the top right corner of your Firefox browser. Click on the icon to access your MetaMask wallet and interact with decentralized applications (dApps) built on Ethereum and other EVM-compatible blockchains.

The MetaMask extension acts as a translator and guide, allowing your web browser to communicate with Ethereum and other blockchains. It securely stores your digital assets, manages transactions, and generates passwords and keys on your device, ensuring only you have access to your accounts and data.

To use the MetaMask extension, simply click on the icon, create or import a wallet, and start exploring the world of decentralized applications and web3.
