TL;DR

MetaMask is a cryptocurrency wallet application and browser extension that primarily interacts with the Ethereum mainnet. To download the extension, go to the official MetaMask website.

In addition to Ethereum, Metamask can also interact with other networks like Fantom. To do this, you need to provide some information to MetaMask. This includes a custom RPC URL, blockchain ID, and network name. You will then be able to add Fantom tokens after importing the token address.

Adding new blockchains to MetaMask is an important skill in the crypto sector, which can also be used on other EVM networks such as Binance Smart Chain.


Introduction

To get started, you first need a compatible cryptocurrency wallet like MetaMask. Note that Fantom is not a default network on MetaMask. However, you can easily configure your browser wallet to connect to Fantom, in just a few minutes.


Installing and configuring the MetaMask application

1. Download and install MetaMask on Chrome, iOS or Android via the MetaMask website. To ensure you download the correct version, make sure you are on the official MetaMask website.


2. After downloading and installing the extension, click [Get Started] on the MetaMask welcome page.


3. New wallet users must click [Create a Wallet]. If you already have a wallet, you can import it using the seed phrase through the [Import wallet] option.


4. MetaMask will ask if you want to help improve the extension by sharing anonymous usage data. Accepting or declining this will not affect your MetaMask experience.


5. Create a secure password. It will be used to access your wallet. Note that your password is not your seed phrase. The password protects your wallet from anyone else using your device. The seed phrase allows you to access your cryptocurrencies if you lose or forget your password.


6. Now that you have created a password, MetaMask will provide important information about your seed phrase. If cryptocurrency wallets are new to you, read this section and watch the video before continuing.


7. Then click on the padlock to receive your 12-word seed phrase. Write down the words in the correct order and store them in a safe place (preferably offline). Do not share your seed phrase with anyone. If you lose access, the seed phrase will be the last resort to backup/recover your account. Click [Next] to continue.


8. Confirm your seed phrase by selecting the words at the bottom of the screen in the correct order. When finished, click [Confirm].


9. You are now done setting up your MetaMask wallet. To start using it, click [All Ready].


10. For easier access, click the puzzle icon in the Chrome browser to pin the MetaMask shortcut to your toolbar. By default, Metamask is only connected to Ethereum. In the following section, you will learn how to connect MetaMask to Fantom.


Setting up the wallet

1. You will need to provide some network details to add Fantom to your MetaMask wallet. First, open MetaMask and click on the networks drop-down menu.


2. In the additional window, click [Add Network].


3. On the [Add a network] page, add the details below. Click [Save] when finished.

Network Name

Phantom

New RPC URL

Select one of the options below:


https://rpc.ftm.tools

https://rpc.fantom.network

https://rpc2.fantom.network

https://rpc3.fantom.network

ID and Blockchain

250

Currency Symbol

FTM

URL do Block Explorer

https://ftmscan.com/



4. Done. You have connected your wallet to the Fantom network.


How to add Fantom tokens to MetaMask

Adding other Fantom tokens besides FTM must be done manually. Your wallet may still receive tokens that were not imported.

1. Go to FTMScan and find the details and contract of the token you want to add. If you cannot find the token on FTMScan, always look for the contract address on the project's official website or on social media. Users should be careful about fake contracts created by scammers.


2. Return to MetaMask and click [Import Tokens].


3. Copy and paste the token contract address. The other details will be automatically filled in by MetaMask. Add them manually if the information is not filled in. To finish, click [Add Custom Token].


4. Click [Import Tokens].


5. Your wallet will now display the added token with the correct balance.



Final considerations

Once you've set up Fantom on your MetaMask, you can make transactions, collect NFTs, interact with DeFi DApps, and manage your cryptocurrencies. Additionally, you can also swap tokens directly from MetaMask. MetaMask is not exclusive to the Ethereum or Fantom network. It is also possible to connect it to other networks compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). This includes BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Avalanche, Harmony and more. With our step-by-step guide, you are now ready to add more blockchains and start exploring.