1. What You Need to Log In
MetaMask Wallet installed as a browser extension (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Brave) or mobile app (iOS/Android).
Password you set during wallet creation.
Secret Recovery Phrase (12-word seed phrase) — only needed if restoring your wallet.
⚠️ Your crypto is stored locally in the wallet, not on MetaMask servers. The recovery phrase is the only way to restore your wallet if you lose access.
2. Steps to Log In
Open MetaMask
On desktop: click the MetaMask extension in your browser.
On mobile: open the MetaMask app.
Enter Your Password
If your wallet is already installed and set up, simply enter the password you created to unlock the wallet.
Access Your Wallet
After entering the password, you’ll see your accounts, balances, and transaction history.
You can now send, receive, or swap cryptocurrency and interact with Web3 apps.
3. If You Forgot Your Password
Click “Restore wallet” in the MetaMask extension or app.
Enter your 12-word recovery phrase exactly as written.
Set a new password, and your wallet will be restored.
⚠️ Never share your recovery phrase online or with anyone. MetaMask will never ask for it via email or website.
4. Connecting to Web3 Apps
Once logged in, MetaMask can be connected to decentralized apps (dApps):
Click “Connect Wallet” on a dApp website.
Approve the connection in your MetaMask extension or app.
All transactions are confirmed directly in MetaMask before execution.
5. Security Tips
Only download MetaMask from the official website (https://metamask.io) or app stores.
Confirm all transaction details before approving.
Never enter your recovery phrase into any website or email form.
Use hardware wallet integration (like Ledger or Trezor) with MetaMask for extra security.
Summary
Logging in to MetaMask involves either entering your password to unlock your wallet or using your 12-word recovery phrase to restore it. It’s a non-custodial wallet, so you have full control of your crypto—but also full responsibility for keeping your recovery phrase and password secure.