# Create a Wallet (MetaMask)

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MetaMask is a web browser extension and mobile application that facilitates the secure management of private keys for Ethereum and any Ethereum-like blockchain. In this capacity, it functions as a cryptocurrency wallet for the chain's native coin (ETH for Ethereum, BONE for Shibarium) and various tokens (PUNK for example), while also enabling interaction with decentralized applications (dapps).&#x20;

Distinguishing itself from alternative wallet solutions, MetaMask adheres to a strict policy of not retaining any personal information, including but not limited to email addresses, passwords, Secret Recovery Phrases, or other private keys. Consequently, users maintain full control over their crypto-identities.

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## How to install MetaMask Wallet for Mobile Devices

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<summary>iOS</summary>

## Mobile App for iOS

1. Open the App Store and hit the search button in the bottom right. Input MetaMask into the search bar.

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2. Either click 'Get' or tap on the name of the app to see more details. Complete the usual App Store download confirmation process.
3. Once installed, open the app and follow the prompts to create your wallet.
4. Back up your Secret Recovery Phrase somewhere safe and offline!<br>

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<summary>Android</summary>

## Mobile App for Android

1. Open the Play Store and search for "MetaMask". The official MetaMask app looks like the screenshot below. Be VERY CAREFUL that you don't install a fake MetaMask app! Look for the one with 10M+ downloads.

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2. Tap 'Install' and wait for the process to finish.
3. Once installed, open the app and follow the prompts to create your wallet.
4. Back up your Secret Recovery Phrase somewhere safe and offline!

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## How to install MetaMask Wallet for Browser

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## Chrome Browser extension:

1. Visit <https://metamask.io/>
2. Hit "Download" in the menu bar.
3. Click “Install MetaMask for Chrome”. You will be directed to the Chrome Web Store.

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4. Click “Add to Chrome”.
5. On the pop up, click “Add extension”.

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Upon the installation of the MetaMask Extension, MetaMask will initiate automatically. Additionally, you can ensure its convenient accessibility within your browser's toolbar by navigating to the top-right corner of the screen, clicking on the jigsaw icon, and selecting the pin icon.

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1. Visit <https://metamask.io/>
2. Click on "Download"
3. Hit "Install MetaMask for Firefox".
4. In the new window that opens, click on "Add to Firefox"

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5. On the pop up, click “Add”

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<mark style="color:orange;">**NOTE**</mark>**: Don't be alarmed by the fact that the Firefox plugin is listed as being published by "danfinlay, kumavis" -- they're a couple of the main minds behind MetaMask!**

After adding MetaMask Extension, you’ll return to your browser page. MetaMask will appear on your browser; click on it to open MetaMask.<br>
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## Edge Browser extension:

1. Visit <https://metamask.io/>
2. Click on "Download".
3. Hit "Install MetaMask for Edge".
4. In the new window that opens, click "Get".

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5. On the pop up, click "Add Extension".

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After adding MetaMask Extension, MetaMask will automatically open. You can also make sure it's easily accessible in your toolbar by clicking the jigsaw icon in the top-right of the screen, clicking on the 3 dots next to the MetaMask extension, and selecting "Show in Toolbar".

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## Brave Browser extension:

1. Visit <https://metamask.io/>
2. Click “Download".
3. Click on "Install MetaMask for Chrome". Ignore the alarm bells that are ringing: the reason it says "Chrome" here is because Brave is a Chromium-based browser and shares the Web Store with Chrome itself.
4. In the Chrome Store that opens, click 'Add to Brave'.

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5. In the popup that appears, click 'Add extension'.

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After adding MetaMask Extension, you’ll return to your browser page. MetaMask will appear on your browser. You may click on it to open MetaMask.

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