Bitcoin is integrated to MetaMask
MetaMask officially announced native Bitcoin support, marking a fundamental transformation for the platform. The wallet, traditionally associated with Ethereum, now allows direct Bitcoin transactions. Users can buy, send, receive and swap Bitcoin directly within the app without relying on wrapped tokens. This eliminates the need for intermediaries and the additional risks associated with smart contract wrapping mechanisms. The app serves approximately 30 million monthly active users, making it the most widely adopted self-custody solution. The integration was first discussed in February 2025 when co-founder Dan Finlay suggested third-quarter availability. The timeline slipped slightly but the direction was already clearly outlined in the company’s public roadmap.
Bitcoin now joins MetaMask’s growing roster of supported assets including Ethereum, Solana, Sei and Monad networks. The wallet warns users that Bitcoin transactions generally take longer to confirm than EVM-compatible networks. This reflects the inherent characteristics of the Bitcoin network rather than any platform limitation or technical issue. The company emphasises this represents a significant advancement in their broader multichain expansion strategy going forward.
Strategic shift towards multichain dominance
MetaMask’s Bitcoin integration forms part of a calculated roadmap to dominate the multichain future of crypto wallets. The wallet added Solana support in May 2025, followed by Sei and Monad integrations in November. This expansion strategy dismantles the siloed nature of blockchain ecosystems that previously frustrated users managing multiple assets. MetaMask has partnered with the Across Protocol to embed cross-chain bridge and swap functionality directly. This integration reportedly reduces transaction fees by approximately 40 percent compared to traditional bridge mechanisms.
The Sei network integration alone unlocked access to ecosystems with 11 million monthly active users. Including Bitcoin, the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalisation, amplifies this multichain strategy significantly for user acquisition. Users can now manage Bitcoin alongside Ethereum-based assets in a single unified interface with consistent experience. MetaMask plans to launch its native MASK token in 2025 to decentralise governance and reward participants. The company has announced plans for additional blockchain integrations throughout 2026 without specifying exact networks. This positions MetaMask as a central hub for cross-chain activity rather than an Ethereum-exclusive tool.
Simplifying access and bridging adoption gap
The Bitcoin integration addresses friction that previously separated Ethereum users from Bitcoin ownership and self-custody experiences. Different address formats, separate seed phrases and distinct wallet applications created barriers that deterred blockchain exploration. MetaMask eliminates these obstacles by placing Bitcoin alongside ETH and ERC-20 tokens in familiar surroundings. This infrastructure simplification represents a key mechanism for closing Bitcoin’s adoption gap with traditional finance. Research shows only four million Bitcoin wallets hold 10,000 dollars or more in value currently. This compares unfavourably to 900 million traditional investment accounts with similar balances globally indicating opportunity. If even a modest percentage of MetaMask’s users begin holding Bitcoin, meaningful wallet numbers could expand substantially. The integration validates Bitcoin’s enduring relevance despite thousands of alternative cryptocurrencies and continuous smart contract innovation. MetaMask embracing Bitcoin symbolises the maturing relationship between cryptocurrency’s two largest networks moving forward together.
