# MM Wallet Setup

## What is MetaMask?

MetaMask is a blockchain wallet extension and mobile application. This guide will focus on the desktop browser extension and show you how to download the wallet and set it up for the first time.

### Step 1) Visit <https://metamask.io/download> and click *Download*

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### Step 2) Choose your device and click *Install MetaMask*

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### Step 3) Click *Add to Chrome* to complete the installation in Chrome or in other devices.

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### Step 4) Click *Add Extension*&#x20;

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### Step 5) Installation is complete! Click *Get Started* to create your MetaMask account.

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### Step 6) If you already have an existing MetaMask account, you can import your wallet by clicking *Import Wallet*. If you do not have an account, click *Create a Wallet.*

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### Step 7) Next, you will need to click on the prompt *I Agree.*

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### Step 8) If you clicked *Create a Wallet,* you will need to create a password. Remember this password to login to MetaMask again at a later stage.

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### Step 9) Once your password is created, your Secret Back Up Phrase will be shown

{% hint style="danger" %}
(NB\*) Make sure to store this phrase in a private location. Preferably a hardcopy to prevent any technological hacks. **NEVER share this phrase with anyone.** \
\
\&#xNAN;*Once you have written down your seed phrase, MetaMask will prompt you to enter it. Once this has been completed, make sure to store your phrase in a secure and private location.*&#x20;
{% endhint %}

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### Step 10) Your MetaMask wallet has now been created!

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{% hint style="info" %}
Make sure to add the token address of the desired token in your MetaMask wallet. This will add your token assets to the Assets page on MetaMask.&#x20;
{% endhint %}