How do I import My Wallet into MetaMask?

Please note screenshots and images used in the examples below may look different from current MetaMask screens. The process is the same.

There may be instances where you want to import your wallet into MetaMask.  This allows your wallet and its assets to be viewable in the Metamask UI.

Please note that even after Importing a Wallet you may still need to Import Custom Tokens to MetaMask.

To do this using your Connect Wallet Recovery Phrase, follow the instructions outlined below.

Import to MetaMask
• Go to https://metamask.io/download
• Download for your preferred operating system.
• While you are setting up a new install of MetaMask, click on Import an existing wallet
• Follow the prompts to enter your 12-word Recovery Phrase. Enter each word in a separate box, making sure you type each word lower case without any spaces.

Follow step by step instructions below:

Go to https://metamask.io/download

Click on Browser Extension



Download for your preferred browser and install.




Click on Add



Click on the puzzle piece at the top of your browser to see the MetaMask extension. When you click on the puzzle piece, you can choose to pin the extension to your browser for easy access.





Agree to the terms and click Import an existing wallet.




Enter the 12 word recovery phrase for your Connect wallet.




Create a password.



Your Connect wallet has been imported to MetaMask!

Third-Party Wallet Disclaimer: 

MetaMask is a third-party Web3 wallet and is not owned, operated, endorsed, or supported by Connect. Any screenshots, instructions, or examples provided in this FAQ are for educational purposes only. MetaMask may update its platform, terminology, or workflows at any time, so steps shown here may differ from what you see. For the most current instructions, please refer to MetaMask’s official support resources.

MetaMask is only one of several Web3 wallet options available. Other third-party wallets, such as Trust Wallet, may offer similar functionality, including the ability to connect to decentralized exchanges (DEXs). Connect does not endorse or recommend any specific third-party wallet or platform.

Always do your own research (DYOR) before selecting or connecting a wallet, and follow security best practices to protect your wallet, private keys, seed phrase, and digital assets. Never share your seed phrase or private keys with anyone.

For additional education on wallet security and Web3 best practices, explore the Blockchain Academy, security courses, and Learn2Earn content available within the Connect platform.

For issues related to Metamask, please visit their Support.