How to add the Zcash mainnet to MetaMask.

To connect MetaMask to the Zcash mainnet, navigate to the "Networks" tab, click "Add Network," enter the specified network details, and click "Save" to finalize the addition.

Nov 17, 2024 at 11:57 am

How to Add the Zcash Mainnet to MetaMask

MetaMask is a popular cryptocurrency wallet that allows users to store, send, and receive various cryptocurrencies. It also supports connecting to decentralized applications (dApps) and interacting with blockchain networks. To add the Zcash mainnet to MetaMask, follow these steps:

• Install MetaMask: If you haven't already, download and install the MetaMask extension for your browser.
• Create a new MetaMask wallet or import an existing one: If you're creating a new wallet, generate a new seed phrase and store it securely. If you're importing an existing wallet, input the seed phrase from your previous wallet.
• Click on the "Networks" tab: In the MetaMask interface, click on the "Networks" tab located at the top of the screen.
• Click on "Add Network": This will open a new pop-up window where you can enter the network details.

• Enter the following network details:

  • Network Name: Zcash Mainnet
  • New RPC URL: https://zcash.mainnet.explorerz.cash/api/v2/rpc/
  • Chain ID: 10002
  • Symbol: ZEC
  • Block Explorer URL: https://explorerz.cash/
• Click "Save": Once you've entered all the details, click on "Save" to add the Zcash mainnet to your MetaMask wallet.
• Confirm the addition: MetaMask will ask you to confirm the addition of the new network. Click on "Confirm" to finalize the process.
• Switch to the Zcash mainnet: Once the network has been added, you can switch to it by selecting "Zcash Mainnet" from the dropdown menu in the top-right corner of the MetaMask interface.
• Send and receive ZEC: You can now send and receive ZEC tokens on the Zcash mainnet using your MetaMask wallet.