Add Mantle to MetaMask

Summary: The Mantle network is a new Layer 2 deployed by Bybit that is designed to scale applications on the Ethereum blockchain. The best way to add Mantle to your MetaMask Wallet is through the ChainList App, which is the most trusted aggregator of EVM-network information and RPCs.

You can continue reading the guide below for a step-by-step guide on how to get started.

How to add Mantle to MetaMask

As outlined above, the best way to add the Mantle network to your MetaMask Wallet is by connecting the verified RPC and Network ID. We recommend connecting via ChainList, which is the most trusted aggregator of EVM-network information that was deployed and maintained by the team behind Defillama.

Here is a simple guide to getting started:

1. Visit the ChainList website and connect your MetaMask Wallet.
2. Select the 'Include Testnets' checkbox.
3. Search for "Mantle" in the 'Search Networks' tab.
4. Select the Mantle deployment you want to add to your wallet and click 'Add to MetaMask'. It will be automatically added to your wallet.

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What Applications are on Mantle?

Once you have added the Mantle network to your MetaMask Wallet, you might want to try some of the applications deployed to the network. Based on information from the Mantle Ecosystem page, there are currently over 35 DeFi applications deployed on the new Layer 2 that are open to user testing. Some of the most popular platforms include Izumi, Supra Oracles, Multichain, Covalent and Dexpad.

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What is Mantle?

Mantle is an Ethereum scaling technology stack that maintains EVM compatibility, allowing users to experience web3 apps and developers to deploy smart contracts efficiently in a low-fee environment. As a Layer 2 solution built on Ethereum, Mantle uses a modular architecture with optimistic rollups and an innovative data availability solution, providing enhanced security and more accessible data availability.

Mantle's key innovations include modular data availability through EigenLayer, Multi-Party Computation (MPC) using Threshold Signature Scheme (TSS) technology, and a decentralized sequencer for secure, trustless block production. Developed in partnership with BitDAO, Bybit, and other organizations, Mantle aims to meet the growing needs of the $BIT ecosystem.

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Bottom Line

In conclusion, adding the Mantle network to your MetaMask Wallet is a straightforward process that can be accomplished through the ChainList App, the most reliable source of EVM-network information and RPCs. With over 35 DeFi applications deployed on the new Layer 2, including popular platforms like Izumi, Supra Oracles, and Covalent, Mantle's innovative data availability solution and enhanced security make it an exciting addition to the Ethereum ecosystem.