No more seed phrases; MetaMask adds Google and Apple logins for easier onboarding

• MetaMask now lets users create and access a self-custodial wallet with their Google or Apple accounts.
• The new feature gets rid of the need for new users to manually manage a 12-word seed phrase.
• The move is part of a larger push by MetaMask to become an all-in-one platform for Web3.

MetaMask launched a new social login feature that lets users create and access wallets with their Google or Apple accounts. The update, announced on August 26, is a major step in the company’s push to simplify crypto onboarding while maintaining its self-custodial framework.

Do You Still Need a Seed Phrase With the New Login?

No, the new login option removes the need for users to manually manage a 12-word seed phrase – a common barrier for newcomers. Wallets can now be set up in just two steps: sign in with a Google or Apple ID and create a unique password. 

While the Secret Recovery Phrase (SRP) still exists, MetaMask now generates and ke…

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