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Who owns MetaMask?

web3-native · Consensys (global) · Self-custodial software · custody: Self-custodial

short answerMetaMask does not hold your money at all — it is self-custodial software. You hold your own keys, so nobody, including MetaMask, can move or freeze your funds. MetaMask's most notable disclosed backers include ParaFi Capital, Temasek, SoftBank and Microsoft (M12).

Is MetaMask a licensed bank?

No — and it custodies no customer funds; you hold your own keys. Licence detail: Self-custodial software — no banking licence needed; card via licensed issuer partners.

Where is your money held?

Custody model: Self-custodial — you hold your own keys; the company never takes custody.

Who's behind MetaMask?

MetaMask was founded by Aaron Davis, Dan Finlay (Consensys) (2016), headquartered in Consensys (global).

Early investors

Notable venture and strategic investors from MetaMask's publicly disclosed funding rounds (Consensys ~$725M raised).

ParaFi Capital ↗ Temasek ↗ SoftBank ↗ Microsoft (M12) ↗

Is my money safe with MetaMask?

MetaMask never holds your funds, so no deposit-insurance scheme is involved. Your security depends entirely on how you protect your own private keys and recovery phrase — lose them and no company can recover the money for you.

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Figures compiled from public sources, for comparison only — not financial advice. "Up to" rates change constantly; always confirm with the issuer. Spotted an error? Suggest a fix.