MetaMask Unveils Transaction Shield, Bringing Web3’s First Built-In Transaction Protection @MetaMask has launched Transaction Shield, a premium opt-in service that adds transaction-loss protection and priority support for Web3 users. What it does: Transaction Shield layers MetaMask’s transaction-safety checks with optional loss coverage, reimbursing up to $10,000 per month for eligible transactions that pass security evaluation and are marked “Covered.” Features and Conditions • Protects up to 100 eligible transactions per month across supported EVM networks (@ethereum, @LineaBuild, @arbitrum, @avax, @Optimism, @base, @0xPolygon, @BNBCHAIN, @SeiNetwork and more) while the subscription is active • Applies to all supported EVM accounts in the MetaMask Extension wallet, including imported accounts • Supports common Web3 interactions including DeFi swaps, NFT mints or sales, airdrop claims, dApp interactions and signatures • Displays a “Covered” or “Not Covered” label before confirmation • Includes 24/7 priority support Claims and Reimbursement • Claims for covered losses must be submitted within 21 days of confirmation • Up to 3 active claims allowed at a time • Reimbursements are issued in a stablecoin such as mUSD at market rate, up to the $10,000 monthly cap including gas fees • Typical processing time is about 15 business days Pricing • $9.99 per month or $99 per year, with a 14-day free trial Important Exclusions • Losses from compromised wallets, private-key or seed-phrase breaches, phishing or user error • Losses from smart-contract exploits, protocol hacks, or any market or economic loss • Transactions made outside MetaMask Extension or without an active subscription • Transactions flagged “Not Covered” before confirmation • Transactions signed more than five minutes before confirmation or those affected by timing-related issues