How to Add Taiko to MetaMask
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Summary: Taiko Alethia, a decentralized Ethereum Layer 2 rollup, integrates seamlessly with MetaMask through manual setup or ChainList (Chain ID 167000).
Using Ethereum’s validators for sequencing, Taiko ensures decentralization, censorship resistance, and easy dApp deployment, bridging, and secure transactions.
ChainList Overview
ChainList is the most trusted aggregator of EVM-based Layer 1 and 2 networks. It allows users to instantly connect their MetaMask to verified Chain and Network IDs, ensuring a safe connection.
Supported Networks
100+ Layer 1 and Layer 2 chains
Development Team
Built by the Defillama team
Compatible Wallets
MetaMask only
Can I Add Taiko to MetaMask?
Yes, Taiko connects to MetaMask via a quick custom RPC setup. Taiko Alethia is a decentralized Layer 2 rollup that scales Ethereum by using Ethereum’s validators directly for sequencing, eliminating centralized control and ensuring censorship resistance.
Adding Taiko Alethia to MetaMask lets you securely use Ethereum-based dApps, bridge assets, and transact on a fully decentralized Layer 2 network.
How to Connect Taiko to MetaMask
You can add Taiko Alethia to MetaMask either manually or through ChainList, a trusted directory that automatically configures verified blockchain networks into your wallet. ChainList is recommended as it ensures correct network details, minimizing setup errors and security risks.
Quick Steps to Add Taiko Alethia via ChainList:
- Visit ChainList: Go to the official ChainList site and connect your MetaMask wallet.
- Search for Taiko: Type "Taiko Alethia" in the ChainList search box.
- Add Network: Click the "Add to MetaMask" button beside Taiko Alethia.
- Confirm Integration: Approve the connection request in MetaMask to finalize setup.
Taiko Alethia Mainnet RPC and Chain ID
To manually connect Taiko Alethia to MetaMask, enter these verified network settings:
- Network Name: Taiko Alethia
- RPC URL: https://rpc.taiko.xyz
- Chain ID: 167000
- Currency Symbol: ETH
- Block Explorer URL: https://taikoscan.io/
Always double-check these details against Taiko’s official resources to securely interact with the Taiko Alethia network and its Ethereum-based dApps.
Taiko Testnet (Hekla) RPC and Chain ID
For developers testing applications or users exploring Taiko’s test network (Hekla), manually add the following settings to MetaMask:
- Network Name: Taiko Hekla
- RPC URL: https://rpc.hekla.taiko.xyz
- Chain ID: 167009
- Currency Symbol: ETH
- Block Explorer URL: https://hekla.taikoscan.io/
Verify these details using Taiko’s testnet documentation to safely interact with the Hekla
About Taiko
Taiko is an Ethereum Layer 2 rollup designed to scale Ethereum without sacrificing decentralization. Unlike rollups relying on centralized sequencers, Taiko delegates sequencing directly to Ethereum’s Layer 1 validators. This "based rollup" approach strengthens censorship resistance and aligns economic incentives with Ethereum validators.
Taiko’s flagship rollup, Taiko Alethia, is fully Ethereum-equivalent, enabling developers to migrate existing smart contracts without modifications.
Alethia supports flexible proving methods, including Zero-Knowledge (ZK) and Trusted Execution Environment (TEE), allowing developers to balance performance and security.
Final Thoughts
Connecting Taiko Alethia to MetaMask is a straightforward step to unlocking Ethereum’s decentralized Layer 2 scaling benefits. Always confirm network details through Taiko's official sources or ChainList to stay secure.
Whether building dApps or transacting securely, Taiko Alethia offers investors a robust pathway into Ethereum’s expanding decentralized ecosystem.
Written by
Emily Shin
Research Analyst
Emily is passionate about Web 3 and has dedicated her writing to exploring decentralized finance, NFTs, GameFi, and the broader crypto culture. She excels at breaking down the complexities of these cutting-edge technologies, providing readers with clear and insightful explanations of their transformative power.
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