How to create your own MetaMask wallet (PC)
MetaMask surpasses 10 million active users per month, making it the world’s leading non custodial crypto wallet. It is also one of the easiest wallets to set up as an extension on your browser, and this tutorial will guide you through it.
Topics to read before diving into this course:
At the end of this course, you will be able to answer the following questions:
How do I make a MetaMask wallet?
While creating a crypto wallet may vary in every blockchain network, signing up for an account through mobile is pretty much the same across all wallets. You will need to:
Download their official app
Setup your account
Secure a copy of your secret recovery phrase
Specifically, this tutorial will walk you through setting up a MetaMask account using their app. This wallet’s default blockchain network is Ethereum, but you can also create wallets across other blockchains like Binance Smart Chain and Polygon.
If you prefer doing it through your phone, learn how to make a MetaMask wallet through the mobile app here.
Step 1 – Download MetaMask#Copy URL to this article section
Head over to the official website of MetaMask and click the download button. Important: Always make sure that you are on the right website.
Choose the browser you are using to access the website, then click "Install Metamask”.
Download links are available at MetaMask's official website
Installing MetaMask for chosen browser
Step 2 – Add MetaMask to your browser#Copy URL to this article section
Afterwards, you will be directed to the download page of the MetaMask browser extension. Click Add to Browser (e.g. Add to Chrome).
Adding MetaMask to Chrome
A prompt (shown below) will pop up. Click ”Add extension" to start downloading the extension. It will also be automatically installed on your browser.
Adding MetaMask as extension
Once it’s done installing, a confirmation message (shown below) will pop up on your browser. You may click x on the upper right corner to close the prompt, or you may “Turn on sync…” if you want the extension to work on all computers when you open the same browser.
Turning on Sync for MetaMask on your browser
Step 3 – Set up your MetaMask account#Copy URL to this article section
Get Started #Copy URL to this article section
Once the MetaMask extension is successfully added to your browser, you will be directed to this page. Click “Get Started” to proceed.
Creating an account in MetaMask through the browser extension
Create a wallet #Copy URL to this article section
Now, you have two options. Click “Create a Wallet” to make a new MetaMask account. If you already have one, you may login by selecting “Import Wallet”.
Choosing between logging in and creating a wallet
Afterwards, MetaMask will show you the terms (shown below) of creating a wallet. Click “I Agree” to proceed.
MetaMask's terms for creating an account
Create your password#Copy URL to this article section
Next, you will be prompted to create a password. Set a unique password for your account. Remember that a strong password has a minimum of eight (8) characters with at least one (1) upper case letter, one (1) number, and one (1) special character.
Don’t forget to tick the box after reading the Terms of Use to agree and proceed.
Creating a password for your account
To ensure your wallet’s safety, MetaMask will show you a video about securing your account. Take time to watch and follow the instructions accordingly.
Learn more tips to secure your crypto wallet here.
MetaMask's guide to securing your wallet
Secure a copy of your Secret Recovery Phrase#Copy URL to this article section
Now, you will be shown your Secret Recovery Phrase. Click the unlock button to see the words that have been generated for your account. Important: The Secret Recovery Phrase is unique for each account, so everyone who knows it can access your wallet and the digital assets inside. The best way to store it is to write on a piece of paper and keep it in a secure location. Do NOT store your Secret Recovery Phrase in any device that can be connected online to avoid having your wallet compromised.
MetaMask showing your wallet's Secret Recovery Phrase
As a final step, you will be asked to confirm your Secret Recovery Phrase in its specific order. This is to ensure that you have properly gotten a correct copy. Click on the “Confirm” button once you’re done.
Click on each word in the same order it was shown as your Secret Recovery Phrase
All done!#Copy URL to this article section
Congratulations! You may now start using your MetaMask account.
MetaMask wallet successfully created