FAQs
Chrome-based browsers: Click the 'Update' button in the additional toolbar that appears when you turn on developer mode. Firefox: Click on the settings icon at the top, and then on 'Check for updates'.
Does MetaMask update automatically? ›
If it's how you've set up your browser, MetaMask Extension is automatically updated when a new version is released.
How to refresh MetaMask wallet? ›
How do I reset my wallet?
- Reinstall MetaMask.
- When you reinstall the MetaMask Extension, you'll see a welcome message. Click through. Now you'll be presented with the option to either import a wallet or create a new one. Since we're resetting in this case, we just want to import.
Revert back to earlier version, or add custom build to Chrome
- At the top, click Load Unpacked .
- Navigate to your custom or previous version metamask-plugin/dist/chrome folder.
- Click Select .
By enabling automatic security checks, you're opting into receiving notifications in the MetaMask app when an update is recommended for security reasons. To enable automatic security checks, head to Settings >'security & Privacy' and scroll to the bottom. You'll see the Automatic security checks there.
How do I get a new MetaMask? ›
Input MetaMask into the search bar.
- Either click 'Get' or tap on the name of the app to see more details. Complete the usual App Store download confirmation process.
- Once installed, open the app and follow the prompts to create your wallet.
- Back up your Secret Recovery Phrase somewhere safe and offline!
If you can't find an answer in these resources, click on the 'Contact Support' button on https://support.metamask.io/ to speak to a support agent.
Is MetaMask safe for long term? ›
Yes. MetaMask is a trusted crypto wallet used by more than 30 million people worldwide, with security features like encryption, Blockaid, and seed phrases. It is, however, a hot wallet, and is best used in combination with a compatible hardware wallet.
How do I know if I have the real MetaMask? ›
If you think you're on a full-screen version of MetaMask and it doesn't have a URL that clearly shows it as an extension page, it's not a legitimate version of the wallet, and you should close it immediately.
What happens if I uninstall MetaMask? ›
If you no longer want to use MetaMask, simply uninstall. As we don't store any user data whatsoever, there is no account to delete; your ETH addresses are permanent on the blockchain and can simply be forgotten or abandoned if you like.
Here are some of our top fixes:
- Restart your browser, or force close the mobile app and reopen.
- Restart your computer or mobile device.
- Lock and unlock MetaMask.
- If your problem relates to a specific transaction, check the relevant block explorer for the network you're using, such as Etherscan.
Your Secret Recovery Phrase (SRP) is a unique 12-word phrase that is generated when you first set up MetaMask. Your funds are connected to that phrase. If you ever lose your password, your SRP allows you to recover your wallet and your funds.
How do I update my MetaMask version? ›
Check your app store for your current version. Based on the mobile device, this could be the App Store for iOS, or Google Play for Android. Look for the MetaMask app and update accordingly.
How to update wallet extension? ›
Click the Extension Icon. Click the 3 horizontal lines (Menu) to open the menu and select "Manage Extension." Click "Developer Mode" in the top right of the page. Click "Update" at the top.
How to install MetaMask manually? ›
Click “Download Now”, and then click “o*k” on the pop up that appears.
- Type “about:addons” into browser URL bar.
- Click the Settings button > Click “Install Add-on from file”
- Browse for the zip or directory with MetaMask you downloaded.
- Click "Open"
- Click "Add" on the pop-up.
Nevertheless, sometimes you may be asked to download MetaMask from elsewhere. Never download MetaMask from anywhere other than: Clicking the 'Install' button on metamask.io/download.
How do I change MetaMask settings? ›
On MetaMask Extension, you can adjust your privacy settings by clicking the three dots in the upper right corner of your MetaMask interface, and clicking 'Settings'. Then, click the 'Security & Privacy' button.
How to find MetaMask extension on Chrome? ›
How to Install and Use Metamask on Google Chrome?
- Step 1: Go to Chrome Web Store Extensions Section.
- Step 2: Search MetaMask.
- Step 3: Check the number of downloads to make sure that the legitimate MetaMask is being installed, as hackers might try to make clones of it.
- Step 4: Click the Add to Chrome button.
