# Metamask

Available as a browser extension and as a mobile app, MetaMask equips you with a key vault, secure login, token wallet, and token exchange—everything you need to manage your digital assets.

MetaMask provides the simplest yet most secure way to connect to blockchain-based applications. You are always in control when interacting on the new decentralized web.

MetaMask generates passwords and keys on your device, so only you have access to your accounts and data. You always choose what to share and what to keep private.

## **Installing**

Click [here](https://metamask.io/download/) to install the MetaMask extension on your browser. It can be installed on most desktop browsers. Just click on the installation button to begin the process. Once installed, continue to the next section to add the Shardeum network to your new wallet.

Remember to save a backup of your private key(s) but never share it with anyone unless that person is to be trusted with full access to your cryptocurrency assets.

## **Create Account**

1. In order to create a new account, click on the account icon on the top right of MetaMask:

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2. Log in with your password (or create a new wallet if you’re setting it up for the first time).

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3. This is how it looks once you follow the above process, and create your wallet . It usually shows “Ethereum Mainnet” by default).
4. Now Click on the three arrows on your top right. As shown in the image below :

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### **Adding HeLa Network to MetaMask**

1. Click the " Network".

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### **Adding HeLa Network to MetaMask**

1. Scroll down the dropdown and click **“Add  a custom Network”** (or *Add network manually*).

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2. A new screen will open asking for RPC details

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### **Fill the Endpoint Information**

1. Enter HeLa RPC Details. Refer  [Network Endpoints & Explorer Document](https://docs.helalabs.com/network-endpoints-and-explorer)
2. Choose "Custom RPC" to add a new network.

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3. Save your settings. \
   \&#xNAN;*(Make sure the RPC and Chain ID values match the latest docs. If you type them wrong, MetaMask won’t connect.)*

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### **Switch**

* MetaMask will now switch you to **HeLa Chain** network.
* You should see the `HELA` token symbol at the top.

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Now, you're ready to start interacting with HeLa Chain using Metamask. Enjoy the enhanced experience of the HeLa blockchain with your preferred wallet.

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