MetaMask launched native Bitcoin support, after first previewing the capability in February 2025. The update enables users to buy, send, swap and receive BTC directly in the wallet, marking a shift from an Ethereum-centric interface.
The initial rollout supports SegWit addresses for lower-fee on‑chain transactions, with Taproot address support identified as the next technical milestone. The integration removes the need for wrapped tokens by enabling native custody and on‑device management of private keys for Bitcoin holdings, with functionalities that include on‑ramp purchase, standard transfers and in‑wallet swaps involving BTC, all surfaced through the existing MetaMask interface.
Bitcoin is positioned alongside other non‑EVM chains on MetaMask’s roadmap, including Solana, TRON, Monad and Sei, reflecting a broader strategy to unify diverse protocols under a single application layer.
The move represents a strategic pivot to broaden MetaMask’s addressable market and product stickiness. By supporting native BTC, the wallet reduces friction for users who relied on tokenized representations or separate custodial services, which can increase on‑platform liquidity and lower barriers for investors who prefer consolidated portfolio management.
Market, product and regulatory implications
From a product perspective, native Bitcoin support introduces cross‑chain UX and reconciliation challenges. Interoperability between Bitcoin’s UTXO model and account‑based chains requires careful UX design and potential custodial or messaging bridges for certain swap flows. The SegWit‑first approach provides immediate usability with a staged path to Taproot, which introduces more complex scripting and privacy features.
Regulatory and compliance considerations may intensify as multi‑chain features consolidate in one wallet. Depending on jurisdiction and feature set, custody, KYC/AML and travel rule obligations can apply, and integrations of fiat on‑ramps or swap services require alignment with local frameworks, with the expansion increasing the volume and variety of assets handled within one interface.
Market analyses referenced in the announcement cited bullish Bitcoin price scenarios in the $110,000–$125,000 range as context for demand drivers, though such forecasts remain separate from the product decision.
MetaMask’s native Bitcoin support signals a material step toward a unified, multi‑chain wallet experience and reduces reliance on wrapped assets for BTC exposure.
