How does metamask work?

Get ready, the answer is technical: In order to enable dapps (decentralized applications) to access the blockchain, MetaMask needs to inject a Web3 JavaScript object into each page. By doing so, it will not change the website, but merely allows it to access the network. For a fuller explanation of this, see here .

How many users does metamask have?

Trusted by over 1 million users worldwide. 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.

What permissions do I need to use metamask?

Because it adds functionality to the normal browser context, MetaMask requires the permission to read and write to any webpage. You can always "view the source" of MetaMask the way you do any Chrome extension, or view the source code on Github:

Where can I view the source code of metamask?

You can always "view the source" of MetaMask the way you do any Chrome extension, or view the source code on Github: ...and more! ¿Cuál es tu experiencia con MetaMask?