Add Arbitrum Nova to MetaMask

Summary: The best way to add Arbitrum Nova to your MetaMask Wallet is through the Chainlist App. This platform aggregates all Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible network information for users to safely connect to Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchains.

Continue reading our simple guide top get started in minutes.

How to add Arbitrum Nova to MetaMask

As outlined above, the Arbitrum Nova L2 network can be easily added to your MetaMask Wallet because it is an EVM compatible blockchain. To safely add the verified RPC endpoints and Chain ID, we recommend using the Chainlist App, which is a platform built by the team behind Defillama that aggregates all EVM network information.

You can follow this simple 3 step guide to get started:

1. Go to ChainList and connect your MetaMask Wallet.
2. Look for 'Arbitrum Nova' in the search bar at the top of the page.
3. Tap 'Add to MetaMask' and the verified Arbitrum Nova RPC information will be automatically added to your extension.

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What is Arbitrum Nova?

Arbitrum Nova is an ultra-low transaction cost and high security Arbitrum rollup that was purpose-built for gaming and social projects like Reddit or an on-chain Twitter. Nova is backed by some of the industries most trusted names including Consensys, Offchain Labs and Google Cloud.

The network provides strong security guarantees due to its novel security model that relies on a data availability committee (DAC). You can find more information about the design of their consensus model here.

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Bottom Line

In conclusion, adding Arbitrum Nova to your MetaMask Wallet is a simple process when using the Chainlist App. This aggregator allows users to connect to EVM compatible networks, including Layer 1 and Layer 2 blockchains, with ease and security. By following our three-step guide, you can quickly add the verified RPC endpoints and Chain ID for Arbitrum Nova, an ultra-low transaction cost rollup designed for gaming and social projects.