How to Add Fantom to MetaMask

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Important points:

• Fantom is a low-fee, EVM-compatible blockchain adapted for peer-to-peer and smart contract transactions.

• MetaMask is a fully-configured cryptocurrency wallet that supports Ethereum blockchains, Layer 2 networks, and standalone EVM blockchains.

• Fantom can be added to MetaMask by entering network details via FTMScan or MetaMask on mobile.

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On-chain data shows an increase in the number of active daily users and new wallets created on the Fantom blockchain network. Fantom is his low-fee EVM-compatible blockchain adapted for peer-to-peer and smart contract transactions. Developers can deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications on the Fantom blockchain. Fantom’s EVM compatibility also means that existing smart contracts and decentralized applications (DApps) on the Ethereum and EVM blockchains can be ported to the Fantom network without changing the codebase.

Fantom runs a Proof of Stake (POS) consensus algorithm and is powered by Fantom Coin (FTM). To access the Fantom blockchain, users must add networks to their wallet. For wallets like MetaMask, users have to add networks manually.

MetaMask is a fully-configured cryptocurrency wallet that supports Ethereum blockchains, Layer 2 networks, and standalone EVM blockchains. MetaMask can use any of his EVM networks with some additional setup.

The MetaMask wallet was developed by Consensys and boasts support from prominent Ethereum developers. Today, MetaMask wallet is used by his over 10 million cryptocurrency enthusiasts. MetaMask is he one of the most used DeFi wallets.

MetaMask Wallet is delivered as a browser extension and application that can be installed on your mobile device. Depending on your device, the steps may be slightly different. Here’s how to install the MetaMask application on your device and add the Fantom network to your wallet.

Installing MetaMas on PC and Mac

Step 1: Download and install MetaMask Wallet.

To download the MetaMask extension for your web browser.

Visit MetaMask website and download the extension. MetaMask extension works in Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Brave, Opera and Firefox browsers.

Install the browser extension and go to your account settings.

Step 2: Wallet setup

MetaMask allows you to create new wallets or install existing accounts from old MetaMask accounts or other wallets. To import your old wallet, you will need the wallet’s private or seed phrase.

Step 3: Create a New Wallet or Import an Existing Wallet

To import your old wallet with a seed phrase, open your MetaMask wallet and[ウォレットのインポート]and enter your recovery phrase in the form that pops up. set a wallet password[インポート]Click to complete the process.

New users can create a new wallet by clicking Create Wallet. Set a password and click Create.

Please read the security information below carefully and copy the wallet security phrase. It is very important that you write down this phrase and keep it safe. Your wallet is ready to use.

To import the old wallet with private key:

1. Open your wallet (the account is already added).
2. Click the icon in the upper right corner of the screen,[アカウントのインポート]and enter your private key in the form.
3. Click “Import” and you’re done.

Old wallets are added to existing MetaMas accounts.

Add Fantom to MetaMask

To access the Fantom network from MetaMask, you must first integrate the network parameters into your wallet by registering with the available networks. Once consolidated, you can easily move between the Fantom network and other consolidated networks and use distributed applications running on the network.

To add the Fantom Network to your wallet:

Step 4a: Enter your network details to add Fantom to MetaMask

Log in to your MetaMask wallet and click on the circular icon in the top right corner of the screen to[設定]Choose.

From the available options in the left corner of the screen[ネットワーク]and select[ネットワークの追加]Click.

In the form that pops up, fill in the following:

Network name: phantom

New RPC URLs: https://rpc.ftm.tools/

Chain ID: 250

symbol: FTM

Adventurer: https://ftmscan.com/

[保存]By clicking you will be able to evaluate the Fantom Opera Chain via your MetaMask wallet. To switch to the Fantom network, click the dropdown menu next to the circular icon in the top right corner of your wallet and select Fantom from the menu.

Toggle to view the Fantom wallet details. Native tokens will appear alongside other Fantom assets in your wallet. You can also add custom tokens to your wallet.

A relatively easy way to add a Fantom network to MetaMask is to use FTMscan, a Fantom explorer.

Step 4b: Add Fantom to MetaMask via FTMScan

Visit https://ftmscan.com/

in the bottom right corner of the website[ファントム ネットワークを追加]Click.

If you are not logged into MetaMask yet,[ファントム ネットワークを追加]Click to be prompted to login. All you have to do is check the connection request while logged in to your Metamask account, and you’re all set.

Adding Custom Tokens to MetaMask

Wallet balance details are recorded on the blockchain. To access them from the MetaMask wallet interface, you have to register with the wallet with a unique parameter that identifies them in the network (in this case his Fantom). These parameters can be found using the network explorer.

FTMscan is the official Fantom network explorer. FTMscan works similarly to Etherscan on Ethereum.

MetaMask automatically detects and registers some custom assets. If this is not possible for your asset, you can add it manually.

To add a custom token to your wallet

First, go to your asset profile from your network explorer. Using USDC as an example.

Step 1: Find USDC in File Explorer

Go to FTMscan and search for USDC in the search bar. Select the correct asset from the list.

The USDC Assets page displays the asset name, contract address, and other details required to register the token in the MetaMask wallet.

Step 2a: Add USDC to your wallet by entering your token contract address.

Go to the MetaMask wallet homepage and scroll to the bottom of the asset list. Click “Import Token” and enter your asset details in the form that pops up. Copy the required parameter from the explorer and paste it into the given input box,[カスタム トークンの追加]Click to finish.

Step 2b: Add USDC to Wallet with CoinGecko

Assets on the Fantom network listed on CoinGecko can be added to the MetaMask wallet using details obtained from CoinGecko’s asset page. Coingecko will provide the asset’s contract address and a link to the asset’s profile on Network Explorer. Copy the asset contract from Coingecko or click the explorer link to access FTMscan’s asset page.

Step 3: Proceed to trade USDC from your MetaMask wallet

You can check your balance of added tokens in your MetaMask wallet. You can also send and receive assets as normal.

Adding FTM networks to MetaMas Mobile

MetaMask Wallet is also available on mobile devices. Wallet is available for Android and iOS devices and can be downloaded and installed from the Google Play Store and Apple Store.

The steps to create a wallet are similar to those described for desktop browser extensions.

Step 1: Create Wallet

Create a new MetaMask wallet account or import an existing wallet into your mobile wallet by following the steps described in the browser extension. As recommended, read the security tips below and store your wallet phrases properly.

Step 2: Add the Fantom Network to your Mobile Wallet

To add a Fantom network, click at the top of your wallet homepage.[ウォレット]Click to go to the network menu.

The MetaMask wallet already has presets for some networks in the “Popular” section. Fantom Network is one of them.[追加]Add the desired network by clicking[承認]Click.

If the network is not available, use manual steps to add the network. Go to Custom Networks and copy-paste the Fantom network details above. Click Add to add a network.

Now you can access the Fantom network from your mobile network.

Within the breadcrumb menu bar in the top left corner of the mobile wallet interface, you will find additional features such as recent activity, options to share your public address, and view wallet details on Etherscan.

MetaMask dApp Browser

MetaMask Mobile Wallet comes with a built-in Dapp Browser, allowing you to explore decentralized applications from your mobile device.From the split-screen menu that appears when you switch to the network where the distributed application is running and click the menu bar in the upper left corner of the screen[ブラウザ]Choose.

Enter the link to the platform you want to access (such as https://www.tarot.to/) into the search bar to access the platform. Your browser will connect to the platform and connect your wallet to allow you to use the platform as normal.

final thoughts

Now that the Fantom Network has been added to your MetaMask wallet, you can now explore the Fantom ecosystem and applications running on the blockchain, hold Fantom tokens, and trade with peers on the network.

MetaMask gives you full control over your funds, but may expose you to other factors that can lead to security breaches. Remember to check the authenticity of all links.

Instead of keeping all your assets in MetaMask, we recommend keeping a small amount of funds in MetaMask for easy access and trading while keeping your long-term investment funds in a cold wallet.