> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://securedapp.gitbook.io/securedapp-launchpad/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://securedapp.gitbook.io/securedapp-launchpad/prerequisites/metamask-setup.md). # Metamask Setup Metamask is a browser extension. It supports Firefox, Brave and Microsoft Edge. It's also compatible with Android and iOS via the Google Play Store and Apple App Store, respectively. 1\. Go to Metamask's official website [here](https://metamask.io/download/) and click on **"Install Metamask for Chrome."** 2\. You should now be on Metamask's Chrome Web Store page. Click on **"Add to Chrome."** 3\. A pop-up entitled "Add 'Metamask?'" should appear. Click on **"Add Extension."** 4\. A new tab will appear. Click on **"Get Started."** 5\. Click on **"Create a New Wallet"** under "Yes, let's get set up!" 6\. Metamask will then ask whether it can gather your usage data. If you accept, click, **"I Agree."** If not, click, **"No Thanks."** Selecting the latter will not affect your ability to move forward in the set up process. 7\. Create a password for Metamask. I'd suggest using a password you haven't used for other accounts. I'd also recommend using a long, complicated password. Next, tick the **"I have read and agree to the Terms of Use"** box. 8\. You'll be guided to watch a short video on how to secure your Metamask wallet, which involves a writing down and storing a secret recovery phrase (a string of 12 words that gives you, or anyone else who has it, access to your Metamask wallet and its contents). Hit "**Next."** 9\. You'll land on a page that has your 12-word recovery phrase. Click on the greyed out area to reveal it. Once you've written it down, hit **"Next."** **\*Warning\*** *Do not, under any circumstances, give out your recovery phrase to anyone. You should also keep a copy of your recovery phrase, but put it somewhere safe. If your computer crashes, and you don't have your recovery phrase, you won't be able to access your Metamask wallet.* 10\. Confirm your secret recovery phrase by putting the 12 words in the right order. Click **"Confirm."** 11\. Once you've completed step 10, you'll land on a page that says, **"Congratulations!"** You officially have a Metamask wallet that's ready to go. Click on **"All done."** **Click** [**here**](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9OvkUlRDCc\&t=1s) **to watch a video tutorial as well.** --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://securedapp.gitbook.io/securedapp-launchpad/prerequisites/metamask-setup.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.