Oftentimes, when you try to use any function of MetaMask or start using it from scratch, you may come across some uninvited guests. Well, most of the time, users face issues while operating the MetaMask browser extension. Hence, this article is going to cover all the problems that you might face with this browser extension along with the sure-shot remedies. 

Along with that learning the reasons and solutions to this problem, we will also cover some additional topics which will help you in determining various other aspects related to it. 

Reasons and troubleshooting tips 

• Compatibility issues:please be sure that you are using a MetaMask-supported browser. As we know, MetaMask is designed to work with Google Chrome, Firefox, Brave, Opera, and Edge, hence it will not work with other browsers. Keep your browser updated to use MetaMask smoothly. 

• Improper extension Installation: At times, the browser extensions can be accidentally disabled or removed from your browser. Hence, you should check if the MetaMask extension is properly installed in your browser or not and make sure that it is enabled in the settings of your browser's extension. 

• Connectivity issues: when you experiencing any kind of connection issues, please be sure that your device has a stable internet connection. 

• Firewall or Antivirus: at times, firewall or antivirus software can get in the way of metamask's functionality. Hence, you may temporarily disable any security software on your device and see if MetaMask starts to work or not. 

• Cache and Cookies: Cache and cookies can sometimes cause conflicts with MetaMask. Hence clear the browser cache and cookies and after doing that, you may restart your browser and try using MetaMask once again. 

• Look for conflicting extensions: some browser extensions may conflict with MetaMask because they might have similar configurations. Hence, it is advised that you disable other such extensions for some time and see if they are causing any issues.

• Reinstall MetaMask: If the given troubleshooting solutions do not work right for you, try uninstalling and reinstalling the MetaMask extension, but do this only from the official website.

How do I update MetaMask browser?

Updating MetaMask also helps when the MetaMask browser does not work. Hence, we are here with the steps to help you update the extension. The following steps can be performed on any web browser extension including MetaMask Chrome Extension: 

1. Find the MetaMask icon on your toolbar and right-click on it 

2. Select the "Manage extensions" option 

3. When on the next page, drag the toggle at the top-right corner towards the on position for "Developer mode" 

4. Now, select the "Update" button 

5. If you are using any other browser, simply lock and unlock MetaMask and its version would get updated automatically 

Does MetaMask work on all browsers?

MetaMask has been designed to work with only a few browsers such as 

• Chrome, 

• Opera,

• Brave, 

• Edge, 

• and Firefox

However, you may also use it on your mobile devices by installing its mobile app on your Android and iOS smartphones. But, please make sure that you install the extension or the app only from its official website or other authentic sources. 

MetaMask browser not working on mobile 

MetaMask, if you wish to use it via its browser extension works only on desktop-based web browsers. To find out which web browsers it works, you may take a look at the section above. On the other hand, if you wish to use MetaMask on your mobile device, it only works through its mobile app. 

In case MetaMask is not working on your mobile device, try: 

• restarting your phone

• re-installing the mobile app of MetaMask 

• check it is receiving a proper internet connectivity 

• and lastly, you may clear the cookies and cache of the MetaMask app 

How do I access MetaMask in browser? 

Upon a successful installation of MetaMask, the MetaMask file will automatically open on your browser. In case it does not open, you need to wait for some time and then click on the jigsaw icon at the top of your browser. From the list of installed extensions, choose MetaMask and you'll end up opening MetaMask on your device. 

If you haven't downloaded MetaMask yet, you may go to the official MetaMask website viz. metamask.io and then install its browser extension from there. 

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Closing the read: 

When MetaMask fails to load or does not work in an expected manner, there is nothing to get panicked about because we have some tried and tested solutions for you so that you can start using MetaMask right away. Read the given reasons and troubleshooting tips carefully and apply them one by one to get rid of the issue. 

If everything fails to work, get assistance from the MetaMask Support team.