MetaMask Finally Adds Bitcoin Support, Cementing Its Multichain Ambitions

MetaMask, the world-renowned crypto wallet initially built for Ethereum, has officially added Bitcoin support, nearly ten months after first hinting at the integration.

The rollout, announced on social media Monday, allows users to buy, swap, send, and receive BTC directly within the wallet, marking a major milestone in its multichain expansion strategy.

Previously, MetaMask users could only access Bitcoin via wrapped tokens, limiting the experience to indirect exposure. With native BTC functionality, all confirmed Bitcoin transactions now appear in users’ asset lists, though MetaMask cautions that Bitcoin transactions are slower than those on Ethereum, Solana, or other EVM-compatible networks.

Additionally, users swapping into Bitcoin can earn MetaMask reward points, incentivizing engagement with the asset. The Bitcoin integration was first teased by MetaMask co-founder Dan Finlay back in February 2025, who indicated the feature would go live in the third quarter.

The wait has been long, but the rollout now signals that MetaMask is serious about supporting multiple blockchains natively, beyond Ethereum and its EVM-compatible ecosystem.

MetaMask’s journey toward multichain support accelerated in 2025, starting with Solana integration in May, followed by Sei in August and Monad in November.

The addition of Bitcoin represents a pivotal step in MetaMask’s strategy to become a comprehensive gateway to multiple digital assets across ecosystems. The firm has already teased that more blockchain integrations are planned for 2026, signaling continued growth and diversification.

“Bitcoin support marks the latest step in our multichain expansion, following the launch of Monad and Sei earlier this year. We look forward to adding more networks in 2026 to make MetaMask the go-to wallet for users globally.”

The addition of Bitcoin to MetaMask is more than a feature update—it’s a symbolic affirmation that multichain interoperability is becoming the standard for crypto wallets.

By bridging Ethereum with the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization, MetaMask is cementing its role as a central hub for digital asset management.

From a user perspective, this is a huge win for convenience and cross-chain utility, making it easier than ever to hold and transact across multiple blockchains in a single interface.