MetaMask Desktop Wallet for Windows, macOS and Linux

Overview

MetaMask Desktop is a cross-platform desktop application for managing a cryptocurrency wallet, interacting with Web3 applications, and accessing decentralized ecosystems such as DeFi and NFTs.

The project provides a desktop-first alternative to the browser extension experience, offering improved stability, performance, and system-level integration for Windows, macOS, and Linux users.

Features

Secure management of Ethereum wallets and ERC-20 / ERC-721 assets
Built-in Web3 provider for connecting to decentralized applications (DApps)
Support for multiple accounts and wallet switching
Import and export of seed phrases (mnemonic recovery)
Custom RPC network configuration (Ethereum, Polygon, BSC, and others)
Transaction history tracking
Local encrypted key storage
Optional hardware wallet support (Ledger, Trezor, depending on configuration)

Key Advantages of Desktop Version

No browser extension required
Isolated runtime environment for improved security
Faster startup compared to browser-based wallets
Stable performance across different operating systems
Better multi-network and multi-account workflow
Suitable for both everyday users and advanced Web3 developers

Screenshots

Installation

Windows

Download the latest .exe installer from the releases page Run the installer and follow setup instructions

macOS

Download the latest .dmg package from the releases page Open and drag the application into Applications folder

Linux

Download the .AppImage file from the releases page Run the following commands:

chmod +x MetaMask-Desktop-1.6.0.AppImage ./MetaMask-Desktop-1.6.0.AppImage

Project Architecture

Electron / Tauri-based desktop runtime
Web3.js / Ethers.js integration layer
Secure local encrypted storage system
Modular RPC provider architecture
Isolated wallet state management

Security Model

Private keys are stored only on the local device
Seed phrases are never transmitted over the network
All sensitive data is encrypted at rest
No centralized backend dependency for wallet operations

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License

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