How to add the Arweave mainnet to MetaMask.

Integrating the Arweave mainnet into MetaMask facilitates the management and utilization of AR tokens, enabling interaction with Arweave's decentralized ecosystem.

Nov 17, 2024 at 04:58 am

How to Add the Arweave Mainnet to MetaMask

MetaMask is a popular cryptocurrency wallet that supports multiple blockchains, including the Arweave mainnet. Adding the Arweave mainnet to MetaMask allows you to store and manage AR tokens, interact with decentralized applications (dApps) built on Arweave, and access the growing ecosystem of projects and services within the Arweave network.

Step 1: Install MetaMask

If you haven't already done so, install the MetaMask extension for your preferred web browser.

Step 2: Create a New Wallet or Import an Existing One

If you're creating a new wallet, follow the on-screen instructions to generate a new seed phrase and password. If you're importing an existing wallet, you'll need to enter your seed phrase or private key.

Step 3: Add the Arweave RPC URL

Once you have access to your MetaMask wallet, click on the "Networks" dropdown in the top-right corner. Then, select "Add Network."

In the "Network Name" field, enter "Arweave Mainnet."

In the "RPC URL" field, enter the following address:

https://arweave.net/arweave

In the "Chain ID" field, enter "607."

In the "Currency Symbol" field, enter "AR."

In the "Block Explorer URL" field, enter the following address:

https://viewblock.io/arweave

Step 4: Import the AR Token Contract Address

Once you have added the Arweave mainnet to MetaMask, you need to import the AR token contract address to be able to view and interact with AR tokens in your wallet.

To import the contract address, click on the "Add Token" button in the "Assets" tab of MetaMask. Then, select "Custom Token."

In the "Token Contract Address" field, enter the following address:

0x998680ba4ef1914941fd12d9f98035f33b2ab99a

In the "Token Symbol" field, enter "AR."

In the "Decimals" field, enter "18."

Click on the "Add Token" button.

Step 5: Verify Your Setup

To verify that you have successfully added the Arweave mainnet to MetaMask, navigate to the "Networks" dropdown and select "Arweave Mainnet." You should now see your AR token balance in the "Assets" tab.

You can also use the MetaMask wallet to interact with dApps built on Arweave. To do so, simply visit the website of the dApp and connect your MetaMask wallet when prompted.

Additional Information

• The Arweave mainnet is a decentralized storage network that allows users to store data permanently and immutably.
• AR tokens are the native cryptocurrency of the Arweave network. They are used to pay for storage and bandwidth on the network.
• MetaMask is a popular cryptocurrency wallet that supports multiple blockchains. It allows users to store and manage their crypto assets, interact with dApps, and access a wide range of decentralized services.