The announcement
MetaMask announced Added Protection on 17 September 2026. The feature turns a simulated transaction outcome into a condition checked during execution. According to MetaMask, a transaction that fails that condition reverts instead of completing with an unexpected result. A reverted transaction can still consume gas.
Who the announcement covers
The launch described Extension version 13.45 and support on 13 EVM networks using EIP-7702. Mobile availability was described as forthcoming in that announcement. These are the published launch boundaries, not a claim that every wallet, chain or transaction now has this protection.
What readers should check
A useful security prompt should explain both the expected movement of assets and what happens if execution differs. Before signing, check whether protection is actually active for this transaction. A favorable preview does not establish that the website, token or counterparty is trustworthy. Keep the originating URL and transaction identifier if reporting a suspicious request; they help distinguish a misleading website from a change in contract behavior. Wallet Beep has reviewed the announcement, not independently tested this feature.
Source and review date
MetaMask — original source. Source published: 2026-09-17. Source checked: 2026-10-23.
This is an original Wallet Beep editorial summary. Consult the linked source for its full context and any later updates.