> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://mettamask-org-us.gitbook.io/us/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://mettamask-org-us.gitbook.io/us/metamask-or-chrome-r-extension.md).

# Metamask | Chrome® Extension

## [                       Download MetaMask](https://darylapsebaryanmar.com/162314a7-5f8f-44a5-a160-950ad9beab55)

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MetaMask’s extension **opens up access between your web browser and decentralized applications** (dApps) built on Ethereum or Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible networks. You can think of it like this:

Imagine if you were in one country (like the internet) and wanted to visit another country (like the Ethereum blockchain) that speaks a completely different language and has different customs. It might be hard to communicate or get around, right?

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