Crypto wallet giant MetaMask has officially added support for Bitcoin (BTC), allowing millions of users to buy, swap, send and receive Bitcoin directly within the wallet. The update, announced Monday on MetaMask’s official channels, comes almost ten months after the company first hinted at the integration in February.
With the update, Bitcoin joins Ethereum, Solana, Monad, and Sei as supported networks, marking another milestone in MetaMask’s shift toward becoming a multichain wallet rather than an Ethereum-only tool. The company confirmed that more network expansions are already planned for 2026.
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Bitcoin joins MetaMask’s list of supported networks
MetaMask said Bitcoin addresses now automatically appear in users’ accounts after updating to the latest version of the wallet. These addresses follow the native SegWit (Bech32) standard, with support for Taproot derivation paths expected soon.
Users can now carry out full Bitcoin wallet functions, including buying BTC through local payment methods, swapping other crypto assets into BTC, and sending or receiving the asset. Confirmed Bitcoin transactions will automatically appear in a user’s MetaMask asset list.
The wallet noted an important distinction for users transacting on the Bitcoin network.
“Any Bitcoin transactions you make will appear in your asset list once confirmed. Remember: Bitcoin transactions are typically slower than those on EVM or Solana networks,” MetaMask stated.
The company also confirmed that users who swap into Bitcoin using MetaMask Swap will earn MetaMask reward points, adding an incentive to try the native BTC feature.
Direct Bitcoin access replaces wrapped alternatives
Until this release, MetaMask users could only gain Bitcoin exposure through wrapped derivatives such as WBTC, which required reliance on custodial intermediaries and additional smart contract layers. The new integration allows BTC management without using bridged or synthetic tokens.
The rollout includes seamless interoperability within MetaMask’s multichain account system, where users can hold different assets, BTC, ETH, or SOL, under a single wallet interface. Transactions across chains can be done via the built-in Swap function, which converts tokens between EVM networks, Solana, and Bitcoin.
Broader wallet evolution toward a multichain ecosystem
MetaMask’s move to support Bitcoin follows a year dedicated to expanding beyond Ethereum. The firm integrated Solana in May, Sei in August, and Monad in November, steadily building a unified multichain architecture.
“Bitcoin support marks the latest step in our multichain expansion, following the launch of Monad and Sei earlier this year, with more networks to come in 2026,” the company said.
The announcement reaffirms MetaMask’s ongoing goal to be the world’s leading multichain wallet. The firm aims to bridge the gap between major blockchain ecosystems, allowing users to manage assets without leaving the app.
Co-founder Dan Finlay had first mentioned the expected integration earlier this year, suggesting a third-quarter 2025 timeline for the rollout. The final release aligns with that projection, further strengthening MetaMask’s standing in the wallet sector.
New integrations and industry partnerships
MetaMask’s development activity in 2025 extends beyond network expansion. The company recently entered the prediction market space by integrating with Polymarket, allowing users to trade outcomes of real-world events directly from the wallet interface. The feature supports one-tap funding from EVM chains and issues MetaMask reward points for each prediction placed.
Polymarket’s partnership with MetaMask provides a direct wallet on-ramp to its platform, which has gained traction amid increased U.S. market access and a more favorable regulatory climate. According to reports, Polymarket has been exploring a valuation of up to $15 billion after securing investment from Intercontinental Exchange (ICE), the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange.
MetaMask’s ability to link such integrations under one wallet aligns with its broader multichain strategy. The company’s upcoming plans also include a MASK token launch, timed with Consensys’ rumored preparation for a public offering.
MetaMask strengthens position in global wallet market
MetaMask remains one of the most widely used cryptocurrency wallets, with tens of millions of monthly active users. It has played a critical role in enabling decentralized access to cryptocurrencies, DeFi, NFTs, and now Bitcoin itself.
By introducing native BTC functionality and expanding to new chains, MetaMask positions itself as a comprehensive digital wallet capable of supporting both legacy and emerging blockchains under a unified interface.
The update establishes MetaMask not only as a core tool for Ethereum users but as a multi-network hub supporting diverse on-chain activities across global markets.
Oleksii Shumak
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