How to add the RChain mainnet to MetaMask.

By following these steps, you can easily add the RChain Mainnet to MetaMask and access the expanding ecosystem of RChain decentralized applications, staking opportunities, and more.

Nov 06, 2024 at 04:48 am

How to Add the RChain Mainnet to MetaMask

1. Install MetaMask:

   • Visit the MetaMask website and download the extension for your preferred browser.
   • Create a new MetaMask account or import an existing one.

2. Add the RChain Network:

   • Open MetaMask and click the "Networks" tab.

   • Click "Add Network" and enter the following details:

     • Network Name: RChain Mainnet
     • New RPC URL: https://rpc.rchain.coop
     • Chain ID: 60
     • Currency Symbol: REV
     • Block Explorer URL: https://mainnet-explorer.rchain.coop

3. Switch to the RChain Network:

   • Click the "Networks" dropdown menu and select "RChain Mainnet" to switch to it.
   • You should now see your account balance in REV on the RChain mainnet.

4. Obtain REV Tokens:

   • To interact with the RChain mainnet, you need REV tokens.
   • You can purchase REV tokens on exchanges like Binance, Crypto.com, and Uniswap.
   • Alternatively, you can obtain REV tokens by participating in the RChain ecosystem, such as through staking or running a node.

5. Create an RChain Address:

   • Open the MetaMask extension and click on "Account 1".
   • Click "Add Account" and create a new account specifically for the RChain mainnet.
   • Send REV tokens to the newly created RChain address.

6. Interact with RChain DApps:

   • With REV tokens in your RChain account and MetaMask connected to the RChain mainnet, you can now interact with RChain DApps (decentralized applications).
   • Visit the RChain Developer Portal to discover and connect to RChain DApps.

7. Participate in RChain Staking:

   • Staking REV tokens allows you to support the RChain network and earn rewards.
   • To stake REV tokens, you can use a dedicated staking pool or run your own staking node.

8. Additional Tips:

   • Keep your MetaMask seed phrase secret and secure.
   • Only connect MetaMask to trusted RChain DApps.
   • Use a hardware wallet for enhanced security.
   • Stay updated on the latest RChain news and developments by visiting the official website and following their social media channels.