# Basic MetaMask Safety Tips Before Connecting to dApps

**URL:** https://community.metamask.io/t/basic-metamask-safety-tips-before-connecting-to-dapps/31593
**Category:** Feature Requests
**Created:** [July 10, 2026, 6:33am UTC](https://community.metamask.io/t/basic-metamask-safety-tips-before-connecting-to-dapps/31593 "2026-07-10T06:33:09Z")
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### Author: ![rillex](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/f08c70/32.png) [@rillex](https://community.metamask.io/u/rillex)
#### Post date: [July 10, 2026, 6:33am UTC](https://community.metamask.io/t/basic-metamask-safety-tips-before-connecting-to-dapps/31593/1 "2026-07-10T06:33:09Z")

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\*\*Description:\*\*I’m looking for basic MetaMask safety advice before connecting to third-party dApps. What should beginners check regarding permissions, network selection, token approvals, and phishing links?

**Purpose:** Beginner wallet safety and privacy education.

**Extension/Mobile/Both: Both**

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### Author: ![umang7](https://dub1.discourse-cdn.com/metamask/user_avatar/community.metamask.io/umang7/32/39649_2.png) [@umang7](https://community.metamask.io/u/umang7)
#### Post date: [July 10, 2026, 7:01am UTC](https://community.metamask.io/t/basic-metamask-safety-tips-before-connecting-to-dapps/31593/2 "2026-07-10T07:01:44Z")

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Hey,

Please read the article details step by step how to guide below

1. How to manage security alerts to protect your wallet :- [How to manage security alerts to protect your wallet | MetaMask Help Center](https://support.metamask.io/configure/wallet/security-alerts/)

2. Basic security tips for MetaMask users:- [Basic security tips for MetaMask users | MetaMask Help Center](https://support.metamask.io/stay-safe/safety-in-web3/basic-safety-and-security-tips-for-metamask/)

3. Key Safety Checks

Permissions (Site Access): Connecting your wallet only allows a dApp to view your address User guide: - [User guide: dapps | MetaMask Help Center](https://support.metamask.io/more-web3/dapps/user-guide-dapps/) Be cautious if a site immediately requests signature approvals for actions you did not initiate.

1. Token Approvals (Spending Caps):

Token approvals authorize smart contracts to spend your funds. Malicious sites request “unlimited” access. Always edit permissions to set a custom spend limit for the exact amount required Basic Security Tips for MetaMask Users. Regularly review and revoke stale approvals using platforms

[Understanding advanced permissions | MetaMask Help Center](https://support.metamask.io/more-web3/dapps/advanced-permissions/)