MetaMask

MetaMask
Developer(s)Consensys
Initial release2016; 8 years ago (2016)
Repository
Operating systemiOS
Android
PlatformBrowser extension
Mobile app
TypeCryptocurrency wallet
Licenseproprietary
Websitemetamask.io

MetaMask is a software cryptocurrency wallet used to interact with the Ethereum blockchain. It allows users to access their Ethereum wallet through a browser extension or mobile app, which can then be used to interact with decentralized applications.[1][2] MetaMask is developed by Consensys, a blockchain software company focusing on Ethereum-based tools and infrastructure.[3][4]

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