Add BNB to Metamask - Adding BNB Chain to Your Metamask Wallet

MetaMask is a popular and extensively downloaded wallet for storing digital assets such as cryptocurrency. If you're just getting started with a MetaMask wallet, you might not realize that it can connect to blockchains other than Ethereum.

MetaMask has been proven to be extremely versatile and is compatible with most of the decentralized applications (dApps) and decentralized exchanges (DEXs), including the widely famous Binance smart chain (BSC) MetaMask.

So, are you ready to dive into the world of amazing dApps on the BNB Chain? But before we dive into any of the technical steps let’s take a look at what is BNB.

Binance Smart Chain has its roots in 2017 when the Binance Chain (BC) was introduced. There was no smart contract functionality in this chain. Binance Holdings, the chain's owner and operator, developed Binance Smart Chain (BSC) three years later, a smart contract-capable blockchain that operates in tandem with the BC.

Binance Holdings redesigned BC and BSC as the BNB Chain in early 2022 to strengthen its relationship with its native coin, BNB. The current average transaction costs on the chain are around $0.2-$0.4, which is around 10 times cheaper than Ethereum's rates.

In order to add BNB Smart Chain to MetaMask wallet you need to follow just a few easy steps. Here's how to do it:

1. Make sure you have the latest version of MetaMask installed: To ensure that you're able to add BNB to MetaMask, you'll need to make sure you have the latest version of MetaMask installed. If you're not sure, you can check for updates by visiting the MetaMask website.

2. Add Binance Smart Chain (BSC) to your MetaMask network list: To add Binance Smart Chain (BSC) to MetaMask, you'll need to add it to your network list. To do this, click on the MetaMask extension in your browser, select the "Networks" dropdown menu, and then select "Custom RPC".

3. Enter the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) network information: In the form that appears, enter the following information for the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) network:

• Network Name: Binance Smart Chain (BSC)

• New RPC URL: https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org

• Chain ID: 56

• Symbol: BNB

• Block Explorer URL: https://bscscan.com

1. Save the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) network: After entering the information for the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) network, click "Save" to add Binance Smart Chain (BSC) to your network list in MetaMask.

2. Switch to the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) network: To start using Binance Smart Chain (BSC) in MetaMask, you'll need to switch to the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) network. To do this, click on the MetaMask extension in your browser, select the "Networks" dropdown menu, and then select "Binance Smart Chain (BSC)".

That's it! With these simple steps, you can add BNB to MetaMask wallet and start using it right away. Note that in order to use Binance Smart Chain (BSC) with MetaMask, you'll need to have some Binance Coin (BNB) in your MetaMask wallet, as this is the native currency of the Binance Smart Chain (BSC).

How to add BNB bep2 to MetaMask?

If you are wondering about the fact that why you are not able to send ETH via BNB Beacon Chain (BEP2), as this network is no longer supported on MetaMask. Since the deposit address of all the 3 networks is the same you will need to be careful about the correct network you want to send your tokens to.

How to send BNB to MetaMask? 

Follow the steps mentioned below to send BNB to MetaMask:

1. Open your MetaMask wallet.

2. Click on the “Send” button.

3. Enter the Binance Coin (BNB) address to which you want to send the funds. You can copy and paste the address into the “To” field.

4. Enter the amount of Binance Coin (BNB) you want to send in the “Amount” field.

5. Choose Binance Coin (BNB) from the drop-down menu for the token type, if it’s not already selected.

6. Check that the details are correct, then click the “Next” button.

7. Verify the details on the “Confirm Transaction” screen, then click the “Confirm” button.

8. Wait for the transaction to be processed and confirmed on the blockchain. This may take several minutes.

How to manually add BNB to MetaMask?

To manually add Binance Coin (BNB) to MetaMask, you'll need to follow these steps:

1. Open your MetaMask wallet and click on the "Add Token" button to start the process.

2. In the "Custom Token" section, you'll need to enter the following information:

• Token Contract Address: 0xB8c77482e45F1F44dE1745F52C74426C631bDD52

• Token Symbol: BNB

• Decimals of Precision: 18

1. Verify that the information is correct and then click on the "Add Token" button to save it.

2. You should now see Binance Coin (BNB) in your MetaMask wallet.

Note: It's always important to verify the correct token information before adding a custom token to your MetaMask wallet to avoid any potential errors or security issues.

Can MetaMask use BEP2 or BEP20?

Yes, MetaMask supports both BEP2 and BEP20 tokens. MetaMask is a browser extension and a mobile wallet that allows users to securely manage their Ethereum and ERC20 tokens, as well as interact with decentralized applications (dApps) on the Ethereum network. With the latest update, it also supports Binance Smart Chain (BSC) and BEP2/BEP20 tokens, which are tokens built on the Binance blockchain. This means that you can use MetaMask to store, manage, and trade BEP2 and BEP20 tokens, as well as interact with dApps built on the Binance blockchain.

How to add a BNB token to the MetaMask app?

To add BNB to MetaMask wallet, you can follow these steps:

1. Open MetaMask: If you haven't already, install the MetaMask browser extension or mobile app.

2. Switch to the Binance Smart Chain network: In MetaMask, click on the network name in the top-right corner and select "Custom RPC." Then, add the Binance Smart Chain network using the following information:

• Network Name: Binance Smart Chain

• New RPC URL: https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org/

• Chain ID: 56

• Symbol: BNB

• Block Explorer URL: https://bscscan.com

1. Add the token: Once you have switched to the Binance Smart Chain network, click on the MetaMask icon and select "Add Token." You can then add the Binance BEP2 (BNB) token by either:

2. Searching for it: Type "BNB" in the search bar and select "BNB" from the list.

In conclusion, adding Binance Smart Chain (BSC) to MetaMask is a piece of cake, and it opens up a whole world of possibilities for you to enjoy. Think about it, with BSC in your MetaMask wallet, you can explore the vast universe of decentralized finance, where the sky's the limit! All you need to do is head over to the 'Networks'' section, hit the "Add Network" button, and fill in the BSC network details, including the network name, RPC URL, and chain ID. And voila! You now have access to the latest and greatest dApps and DEXs built on the Binance Smart Chain network. 

So, don't wait any longer, and add the Binance Smart Chain to your MetaMask wallet today. Trust us, you won't regret it!