How to use MetaMask
Source:https://levelup.gitconnected.com/how-to-use-metamask-a-step-by-step-guide-f380a3943fb1
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Source:https://levelup.gitconnected.com/how-to-use-metamask-a-step-by-step-guide-f380a3943fb1
Last updated
MetaMask is one of the most popular browser extensions that serves as a way of storing your Ethereum and other . The extension is free and secure, and it allows web applications to read and interact with Ethereum’s blockchain.
In this tutorial, it will be using Google Chrome as an example but the same steps apply to different browsers as well.
Click the Add to Chrome button.
Once installation is complete this page will be displayed. Click on the Get Started button.
This is the first time creating a wallet, so click the Create a Wallet button. If there is already a wallet then import the already created using the Import Wallet button.
Click I Agree button to allow data to be collected to help improve MetaMask or else click the No Thanks button. The wallet can still be created even if the user will click on the No Thanks button.
Create a password for your wallet. This password is to be entered every time the browser is launched and wants to use MetaMask. A new password needs to be created if chrome is uninstalled or if there is a switching of browsers. In that case, go through the Import Wallet button. This is because MetaMask stores the keys in the browser. Agree to Terms of Use.
Click on the dark area which says Click here to reveal secret words to get your secret phrase.
This is the most important step. Back up your secret phrase properly. Do not store your secret phrase on your computer. Please read everything on this screen until you understand it completely before proceeding. The secret phrase is the only way to access your wallet if you forget your password. Once done click the Next button.
Click the buttons respective to the order of the words in your seed phrase. In other words, type the seed phrase using the button on the screen. If done correctly the Confirm button should turn blue.
Click the Confirm button. Please follow the tips mentioned.
One can see the balance and copy the address of the account by clicking on the Account 1 area.
One can access MetaMask in the browser by clicking the Foxface icon on the top right. If the Foxface icon is not visible, then click on the puzzle piece icon right next to it.
To create a new wallet you have to install the extension first. Depending on your browser, there are different versions of meta mask on its for you to .
