The advent of Pectra now allows you to experience the benefits of smart contracts while keeping familiarity and control of your existing MetaMask wallet. 

MetaMask smart accounts supercharge your existing accounts with “smart” features without migrating your funds, changing your address, or creating a new account. It simply points your existing account to a MetaMask Delegator smart contract that performs enhanced functionality on your behalf.

Now available in MetaMask Extension v12.17.1 and above across Ethereum, BNB Chain, Gnosis, and Sepolia, you can switch to a smart account in one click. 

Learn more about smart accounts in this guide. 

Programmable accounts can do a lot for you. MetaMask smart accounts are the first step, giving you access to enhanced wallet capabilities, like:

Remember: This isn’t a migration. Your address remains the same, your funds stay put, and your overall transaction experience is virtually unchanged. 

Your account remains an EOA, your Secret Recovery Phrase (SRP) still governs your funds, and you still need to keep this safe. 

Switching is simple and done directly within MetaMask Wallet. This involves paying a small gas fee that is rolled into your next transaction. 

Ignore scammers trying to get you to “upgrade” outside of MetaMask. You will only be prompted to switch in 3 ways: 

Once confirmed, your account will be prepared with smart capabilities, ready for both current and future features.

You can also switch back to a standard account anytime. In-depth instructions here. 

We hope you enjoy the new flexibility that smart accounts unlock.Explore the new Linea network page in MetaMask PortfolioLinea network page is live on MetaMask PortfolioMetaMaskMetaMask1 MinApril 22, 2025Explore the new Linea network page in MetaMask PortfolioStarting today, April 22nd, MetaMask users can explore the Linea ecosystem directly from MetaMask Portfolio. This is the first in a series of dedicated network pages designed to make MetaMask a curated, multichain discovery tool. These pages offer a guard-railed experience that gives users a clearer view of what’s happening across supported networks, including trending dapps, token activity, and ecosystem news, while helping reduce the risk of fund loss by guiding users toward verified and trusted opportunities.This feature is available to all MetaMask users; no new wallet setup or additional configuration is needed. Whether you’re already active on Linea or just curious, you can now explore its ecosystem from a familiar interface. By removing the friction of switching networks manually or searching for relevant links, users can find real opportunities faster and with more confidence.How to access the Linea network page in MetaMask PortfolioYou can access the Linea page from the MetaMask Extension or Mobile (MetaMask Portfolio opens in a browser on mobile). Once on the landing page, use the menu on the left to click “Discover,” then use the top menu to select “Linea.” There, you’ll find a regularly updated list of dapps, tokens, NFTs, events, and ecosystem highlights curated to help you explore and interact with Linea more easily.MetaMask Portfolio landing pageWhat’s next?Linea is the first of several ecosystems coming to MetaMask Portfolio. Over the next few months, we’ll continue to roll out select network pages that showcase the most relevant on-chain activity, project launches, and rewards programs, all tailored to each ecosystem. Our goal is to make MetaMask Portfolio the home page of web3, one network at a time.