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Mandatory Arbitration Clause

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What it is

If you have a dispute with MetaMask or Consensys, you must resolve it through binding individual arbitration rather than going to court, unless you opt out within 30 days of agreeing to the Terms.

Why it matters

Arbitration removes your right to a jury trial and limits your ability to appeal decisions, and proceedings are often less favorable to consumers than court litigation.

Institutional analysis (Compliance & legal intelligence)

The mandatory arbitration provision with class action waiver raises potential enforceability concerns under state consumer protection statutes (e.g., California's Consumers Legal Remedies Act) and should be reviewed in the context of applicable jurisdictional restrictions on arbitration agreements.

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Consumer impact

MetaMask users bear full responsibility for safeguarding their private keys and seed phrases, with no recovery option if these are lost β€” meaning lost funds are permanently unrecoverable. The terms include mandatory arbitration and a class action waiver, which significantly limits users' ability to pursue legal remedies collectively. You can opt out of the arbitration clause by sending written notice to Consensys within 30 days of first agreeing to the Terms.

What you can do

⚠️ These actions may provide transparency or partial mitigation but may not fully address the underlying issue. Effectiveness varies by jurisdiction and individual circumstances.
  • Opt Out of Arbitration
    Within 30 days
    Send a written opt-out notice to legal@consensys.net within 30 days of first agreeing to the MetaMask Terms of Use. Include your name, the email associated with your account if applicable, and a clear statement that you are opting out of the arbitration agreement.

Applicable agencies

  • FTC
    The FTC has authority over unfair or deceptive consumer practices, including the enforceability of mandatory arbitration clauses in consumer contracts.
    File a complaint →
  • State AG
    State attorneys general can challenge arbitration clauses under state consumer protection laws, particularly in California where such clauses face heightened scrutiny.
    File a complaint →

Provision details

Document information
Document
MetaMask Terms of Use
Entity
MetaMask
Document last updated
March 24, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
March 20, 2026
Last verified
March 20, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-00279000
Document ID
CA-D-00279
Evidence Provenance
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ec053f4776b90b65eb51c2683e3e1424a11d07e9193f47929c65fd9551785fde
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How to Cite
ConductAtlas Policy Archive
Entity: MetaMask | Document: MetaMask Terms of Use | Record: CA-P-00279000
Captured: 2026-03-20 07:12:45 UTC | SHA-256: ec053f4776b90b65…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/metamask/metamask-terms-of-use/mandatory-arbitration-clause/
Accessed: April 4, 2026
Classification
Severity
High
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