how to get bnb on metamask

To deposit BNB into your MetaMask wallet, you can purchase it from a centralized exchange like Binance or send it from another crypto wallet that supports the Binance Smart Chain (BSC).

Nov 03, 2024 at 02:00 pm

How to Get BNB on MetaMask

Step 1: Create a MetaMask wallet

• Visit the MetaMask website and click "Download & Create a Wallet."
• Follow the on-screen instructions to create a password and secure your wallet.

Step 2: Add the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) to MetaMask

• Click "Networks" in the MetaMask interface.

• Click "Add a network" and enter the following details:

  • Network Name: Binance Smart Chain Mainnet
  • New RPC URL: https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org/
  • ChainID: 56
  • Currency Symbol: BNB
  • Block Explorer URL: https://bscscan.com

Step 3: Deposit BNB into your MetaMask wallet

• From a centralized exchange:

  • Purchase BNB on an exchange such as Binance or Coinbase.
  • Withdraw BNB to your MetaMask wallet address.

• From another crypto wallet:

  • Send BNB from a wallet that supports the BSC, such as Trust Wallet or Binance Chain Wallet.
  • Enter your MetaMask wallet address as the recipient.

Step 4: Swap tokens for BNB on a DEX (optional)

• If you do not have any BNB, you can swap other tokens for BNB on a decentralized exchange (DEX) such as PancakeSwap.
• Go to the DEX website, connect your MetaMask wallet, and swap your tokens for BNB.

Step 5: Verify your BNB balance

• After depositing BNB into your MetaMask wallet, your balance should appear in the "Balance" section.
• You can also view your transactions and confirm the receipt of your BNB.