metamask-desktop README

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

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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Metamask-desktop

这是什么？

一个跨平台桌面钱包和 Web3 dApp 浏览器，用于管理加密货币、与去中心化应用交互、访问 DeFi 和 NFT 生态，支持 EVM 和 Solana。

这是浏览器扩展还是独立应用？

它是一个基于 Electron/Tauri 运行时构建的独立桌面应用，不是浏览器扩展——定位为常见 MetaMask 扩展的桌面优先替代品。

使用它需要硬件钱包或其他东西吗？

不需要任何外部账号；Ledger 或 Trezor 等硬件钱包只是可选支持，取决于配置。

我的助记词和私钥存储在哪里？

私钥和助记词只保留在你的本地设备上，静态加密存储，绝不通过网络发送——钱包操作没有集中式后端。

我能连接以太坊以外的网络吗？

可以，自定义 RPC 网络配置让你能在以太坊之外添加 Polygon 和 BSC 等网络，应用还列出了对 Solana 的支持。

我能导入现有的 MetaMask 钱包吗？

可以，应用支持导入和导出助记词（助记恢复），用来迁入或备份账户。

它能同时处理多个账户和网络吗？

可以，它支持多账户并可在其间切换，还有模块化的 RPC 提供方架构，适配多网络工作流。

What are similar projects?

nuvex-services, stellar-trade, awesome-blockchain-cn, solana-classic, metamask-extension, pons-copy-trading-bot, rh-swap, nuvex

Which topics is it in?

nft, solana, dapp, defi, wallet, crypto, electron-app, decentralized, cryptocurrency, web3, blockchain, encryption

Creator: MetaMask-AI
Size: 8.3 MB
Stars: 1.2K
Updated: CommitOct 07 Releasev1.6.0Aug 28
Age: 1mo
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