How to view your NFTs in your MetaMask wallet?

Accessing Your NFTs Through MetaMask Mobile App

1. Open the MetaMask mobile application on your smartphone and enter your password or use biometric authentication to unlock the wallet.

2. Once logged in, navigate to the 'Assets' tab located at the bottom of the screen, where all your tokens and collectibles are displayed.

3. Scroll down through the list of assets until you locate the 'NFTs' section. If no NFTs appear, ensure they were sent to the correct wallet address.

4. Tap on any listed NFT to view its full details, including image preview, contract address, token ID, and metadata if supported by the app.

5. Some NFTs may not display images immediately; this often occurs when the metadata is hosted off-chain and takes time to load or requires external verification.

Viewing NFTs on Desktop via MetaMask Browser Extension

1. Launch your preferred browser and click on the MetaMask extension icon to open your wallet interface.

2. Unlock your wallet using your credentials and make sure you're connected to the correct network where the NFT was minted or transferred—such as Ethereum, Polygon, or Binance Smart Chain.

3. After unlocking, switch to the 'NFTs' tab within the wallet dashboard. This tab aggregates all detected NFTs across connected networks.

4. If an NFT isn’t showing up, manually add it by clicking “Import NFT” and entering the contract address along with the token ID provided by the platform where you acquired it.

5. Once added, the NFT should appear with a visual representation and basic information. Support for high-resolution previews depends on the marketplace integration and metadata availability.

Troubleshooting Missing NFTs in MetaMask

1. Confirm that the NFT was sent to the exact public address linked to your MetaMask wallet. Sending to the wrong address results in permanent loss of access.

2. Ensure the network associated with the NFT is enabled in MetaMask. For example, if the NFT exists on the Polygon network, you must add and select Polygon (Matic) under network settings.

3. Some NFTs require manual import even if they’re already owned. Use the 'Import NFT' feature and input the correct contract address and token ID found on explorers like Etherscan or Polygonscan.

4. Clear cache or restart the MetaMask app/browser extension if thumbnails fail to load. Connectivity issues or temporary server outages can delay metadata rendering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I see NFTs from multiple blockchains in one MetaMask wallet?A: Yes, MetaMask supports NFTs across various EVM-compatible chains like Ethereum, Polygon, Avalanche, and BSC. You must switch between active networks to view NFTs specific to each chain.

Q: Why does my NFT show up as a placeholder image?A: Placeholder images appear when the metadata URL is unreachable, slow to respond, or improperly formatted. This doesn't mean the NFT isn't yours—it only affects visual display.

Q: Do I need to pay gas fees to view my NFTs in MetaMask?A: No, viewing NFTs is free. Gas fees apply only when transferring, approving, or interacting with the NFT’s smart contract.

Q: Can other people see my NFTs if they have my wallet address?A: Yes, all NFT holdings are publicly visible on the blockchain. Anyone with your wallet address can view your NFTs using tools like Etherscan or OpenSea.