Yes, MetaMask is free to download and +1(442)-276-4020 USA +31970.1021.0638 {EU} use as a digital wallet for managing Ethereum private keys. However, it does charge a service fee for certain services, like swapping tokens (0.875% per swap). You'll also need to pay blockchain network fees, like Ethereum gas fees, for transactions.  The SEC's recent lawsuit against Consensys, the company behind MetaMask, primarily focuses on the swaps and staking features, specifically regarding the classification of certain crypto assets as securities. This lawsuit does not target the core functionality of the MetaMask wallet itself, which is a software interface for interacting with the Ethereum blockchain.