Add Polygon zkEVM to MetaMask

How to Add Polygon zkEVM to MetaMask

As outlined above, the best way to add the Polygon zkEVM to your MetaMask Wallet is directly via the public Polygon zkEVM testnet website. With this method, users can safely add the verified Network ID and even bridge assets to the network to start testing applications on Polygon's new zk-rollup.

Here is a simple guide to getting started:

1. Visit Polygon zkEVM Testnet.
2. Click the 'Add to MetaMask' button.
3. The Polygon zkEVM network will now be added to your MetaMask Wallet.

What is the Polygon zkEVM Network Information?

If you are looking to add the Polygon zkEVM network to your MetaMask or alternative web 3 wallet manually, these are the verified details you need to use:

• RPC URL: https://rpc.public.zkevm-test.net
• Chain ID: 1422
• Currency symbol: ETH
• Block explorer URL: https://explorer.public.zkevm-test.net

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How do I get Polygon zkEVM Testnet Tokens?

The Polygon zkEVM Testnet has its own faucet, where users can request test tokens to bridge and start testing out the network. You will need to have firstly connected to the Polygon zkEVM network, then head to faucet.polygon.technology. From here, you can connect your MetaMask wallet and request test tokens on the Goerli deployment of Polygon zkEVM.

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Conclusion

Adding Polygon zkEVM to your MetaMask wallet is an easy way to start testing out the Layer 2 scaling solution and its many benefits. By connecting from the testnet website, verifying the RPC URL and Chain ID, or adding it manually with the information provided above, users can securely access Polygon's new zk-rollup technology. Once added, be sure to check out the faucet for some test tokens and start experimenting with the power of Polygon zkEVM.