How to add IoTeX Network ( IOTX ) to MetaMask

IoTex was founded with the vision of the Internet of Trusted Things, a decentralized ecosystem where humans and machines can interact with guaranteed security and trust.

IOTX is the entryway to the most efficient, easiest, and most secure blockchain network in the world. IOTX token connects the physical and digital worlds. Our rapidly evolving ecosystem aims to put billions of devices on the blockchain. 

There are ways to add IoTex Network ( IOTX ) to MetaMask 

  • Steps to Add IoTex Network ( IOTX ) to MetaMask 
  • Steps to Add IoTex Network (IOTX ) to MetaMask through Chainlist 
  • Steps to Add IoTex Network ( IOTX ) to Metamask Mobile Applications. 

Steps to Add IoTex Network (IOTX) to MetaMask 

  1. Install MetaMask & Create an Account 
  2. Click Add Network 
  3. Add the IoTex Network Network

1. Install MetaMask & Create an Account

You can skip this step if you have already  installed MetaMask

First, you need to the MetaMask Website to download the extension

MetaMask is available as an extension on Chrome, Firefox, Brave, and Edge.

Once you download the extension, click on the extension. 

You need to set a password and store your secret recovery phrases during the account creation process. 

If you have not set up a MetaMask wallet, you can check out this guide: How to Create a MetaMask Wallet: A Step by Step Guide

2. Click Add Network 

Once you are done with the installation and account creation process, you need to launch your MetaMask wallet extension. 

Click the network dropdown box

Then, click Add Network. 

MetaMask Add Network

3. Add the IoTex Network ( IOTX ) Network 

A window will appear after clicking Add Network to allow you to add a custom network. 

You need to add the details one by one manually 

We recommend you copy-paste the details instead of typing. 

IoTex Network ( IOTX ) Network Details :

Network Name: IoTex Network Mainnet

Network URL:https://babel-api.mainnet.iotex.io

Chain ID: 4689

Currency Symbol: IOTX 

Block Explorer URL: https://iotexscan.io

After copy-pasting the above network details, you need to click Save. 

The IoTex Network network will automatically get changed on your MetaMask Network. 

You can confirm this by navigating into your MetaMask Wallet 

Steps to Add IoTex Network ( IOTX ) to MetaMask Application Through ChainList 

  1. Install MetaMask and Create an Account 
  2. Go to ChainList and Seach IoTex Network 
  3. Add IoTex Network (IOTX )to MetaMask

1. Install MetaMask & Create an Account

You can skip this step if you have already  installed MetaMask

First, you need to the MetaMask Website to download the extension

MetaMask is available as an extension on Chrome, Firefox, Brave, and Edge.

Once you download the extension, click on the extension. 

You need to set a password and store your secret recovery phrases during the account creation process. 

If you have not set up a MetaMask wallet, you can check out this guide: How to Create a MetaMask Wallet: A Step by Step Guide

2. Go to ChainList and Search IoTex Network 

Go to ChainList and Search IoTex Network

By Clicking Connect Wallet, You can connect your MetaMask Wallet to ChainList.

Click Next and Click Connect

3. Add IoTex Network to MetaMask 

After Connecting your MetaMask to the ChainList.

You can click  “Add to MetaMask

You receive a notification from MetaMask, Click Approve

Then Click Switch Network

The IoTex Network has been added to your MetaMask Wallet. 

You can confirm by navigating to the MetaMask Wallet. 

Steps to Add IoTex Network ( IOTX ) to MetaMask Mobile Application 

  1. Install Metamask Mobile Application
  2. Tap on Setting
  3. Tap on Add Network 
  4. Add the IoTex Network ( IOTX ) 

1. Install Metamask Mobile Application 

If you already have MetaMask mobile application installed, you can skip this step. 

MetaMask applications can be downloaded here: Android and IOS 

After the download, open the application and tap on Get Started. 

Now, you will be able to see two options; Create a New Wallet and I already have a wallet 

If you already have an account in MetaMask wallet. You need to tap on I already have a wallet and enter your seed phrase. 

Otherwise, you need to tap on Create a New Wallet. 

Creating a new wallet is a simple task. 

You need to set a password and store your seed phrase/ recovery phrase. 

2. Tap on Settings

After the installation, you need to tap on the three parallel lines on the top left side of your MetaMask application. 

Then, you need to tap on Settings. 

Metamask Mobile Setting

3. Tap on Add Network 

Now, you will be able to see multiple options 

Just tap on Networks. 

Metamask Add Network Mobile

Now, you see networks that are already added to your MetaMask application. 

To add the IoTex Network , you need to tap on Add Network. 

MetaMask Add Network

4. Add the IoTex Network to MetaMask

You need to manually add the IoTex Network network details one by one. 

We recommend you copy-paste the details instead of typing 

IoTex Network ( IOTX ) Network Details :

Network Name: IoTex Network Mainnet

Network URL:https://babel-api.mainnet.iotex.io

Chain ID: 4689

Currency Symbol: IOTX 

Block Explorer URL: https://iotexscan.io

After copy-pasting the above network details, tap on Save. 

After you have tapped on Save, the IoTex Network network will automatically get changes on your MetaMask wallet applications. 

That’s it, You have successfully added the IoTex Network( IOTX) to MetaMask applications. 

Conclusion 

Adding IoTex Network to MetaMask is a manual but simple task. 

After connecting your MetaMask to IoTex Network( IOTX), you can send/ receive IOTX. 

If you want to switch back to Ethereum Mainnet, you can click the network dropdown. 

Then, Click Ethereum Mainnet. 

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