how to add shiba inu to metamask

To add Shiba Inu (SHIB) to your MetaMask wallet, simply visit the MetaMask website, download and install the browser extension, create or import a wallet, add the Polygon Mainnet custom network (if necessary), search for "Shiba Inu" in the "Assets" tab, and click "Add."

Oct 19, 2024 at 10:54 pm

How to Add Shiba Inu (SHIB) to MetaMask

Step 1: Install MetaMask Extension

• Visit the MetaMask website to download and install the browser extension compatible with your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Brave, etc.).

Step 2: Create or Import a MetaMask Wallet

• If you don't have an existing MetaMask wallet, create a new one using the on-screen prompts.
• If you have an existing ledger wallet, import it into MetaMask.

Step 3: Add Custom Network (Optional)

• SHIB is built on the Ethereum blockchain, so you may not need to add a custom network if you have already set up Ethereum Mainnet.

• However, if you want to use a specific testnet or chain for SHIB, follow the steps:

  • Go to "Settings" in your MetaMask wallet.
  • Click on "Networks" and then "Add Network."

  • Enter the following details for the Polygon network:

    • Network Name: Polygon Mainnet
    • New RPC URL: https://polygon-rpc.com/
    • ChainID: 137
    • Symbol: MATIC
    • Block Explorer URL: https://polygonscan.com/

Step 4: Add SHIB Token

• Go to the "Assets" tab in your MetaMask wallet.
• Click on "Add Token" and search for "Shiba Inu."
• Select the "SHIB" token and click "Add."

Step 5: Verify Addition

• Check the "Assets" tab to ensure that SHIB has been added to your wallet.
• You should see the SHIB token icon and the balance displayed.

Additional Notes:

• Ensure that you are sending SHIB to the correct Metamask wallet address.
• You can purchase SHIB from cryptocurrency exchanges such as Binance, Coinbase, or Uniswap.
• Once you add SHIB to MetaMask, you can store it, send it, or use it for decentralized applications (dApps) that support the Ethereum blockchain.