Getting Started: MetaMask

A quick overview of how to set up the MetaMask wallet.

What is MetaMask Wallet?

MetaMask is a popular non-custodial cryptocurrency wallet and browser extension primarily designed for managing Ethereum-based assets (EVM compatible networks) and interacting with decentralized applications (dApps).

It enables users to securely store, send, and receive Ether (ETH) and ERC-20 tokens while maintaining full control over their private keys.

MetaMask also supports custom networks, including EVM-compatible blockchains like Binance Smart Chain, Polygon, Base, Arbitrum, and many others making it versatile for multi-chain usage.

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Non-Custodial Wallet Safety

Non-custodial wallets offer full control over your crypto but require diligent security practices to ensure your funds stay safe.

It is of paramount importance to safeguard your seed phrase, use strong passwords, avoid online storage of seed phrases or private keys, and to consider utilizing a hardware wallet for large holdings.

To learn more, please see Crypto Security Best Practices and What is a Seed Phrase?

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How to Install and Set Up MetaMask

For the most up to date instructions on installing and setting up your MetaMask wallet, please review the official documentation using the guide below.

It can be convenient to pin it to your browser toolbar by clicking on the puzzle piece 🧩 icon and then the pin 📌 icon to pin it to your browser's extension bar.

How to install MetaMask | MetaMask Help Centersupport.metamask.io

How to set up a new MetaMask wallet

If you're using a Ledger hardware wallet, it can easily integrate with MetaMask offerring the security of a hardware wallet with the functionality across multiple chains in the DeFi ecosystem.

For a detailed explanation, please see the following guides from Ledger below.

https://support.ledger.com/article/4404366864657-zdsupport.ledger.com

Ledger: How to connect to MetaMask

How To Connect Your Ledger Wallet To MetaMask SecurelyLedger

Ledger Academy - A deeper dive on using Ledger with MetaMask

The guide above from Ledger Academy is a great resource for a deeper dive on using your Ledger to interface with MetaMask, even covering Blind Signing, which will be necessary for some DeFi applications and protocols.

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Questions?

Feel free to reach out to our Support Team if you would like any clarification.

For direct support, please create a ticket on our support platform.

A link for a support request can also be found along the top of this webpage as well as many other Chorus One resources including OPUS Pool, The Chorus One SDK, and our Blog.

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About Chorus One

Chorus One is one of the largest institutional staking providers globally, operating infrastructure for over 60 Proof-of-Stake (PoS) networks, including Ethereum, Cosmos, Solana, Avalanche, Near, and others.

Since 2018, we have been at the forefront of the PoS industry, offering easy-to-use, enterprise-grade staking solutions, conducting industry-leading research, and investing in innovative protocols through Chorus One Ventures.

As an ISO 27001 certified provider, Chorus One also offers slashing and double-signing insurance to its institutional clients. For more information, visit chorus.one or follow us on LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), and Telegram.