To send MATIC from Coinbase to MetaMask, you need to add the Polygon network to MetaMask.
Then, copy your MetaMask wallet address.
Paste it into the Send on Coinbase.
Enter the amount and complete the verification process.
You can also send MATIC via Ethereum and BSC networks if you want to.
Sending via the Ethereum network will cost you a high gas fee.
Steps to Send MATIC from Coinbase to MetaMask
- Install MetaMask Wallet
- Add Polygon Network to MetaMask
- Copy the MetaMask Address
- Click Send/ Receive
- Paste the MetaMask Address
- Enter the Verification Code
- Check your MetaMask Wallet
1. Install MetaMask Wallet
If you have already installed the MetaMask extension, you can skip this step.
First, download the MetaMask.
After the downloading, click the extension.
Now, you need to set up your account.
The account setup process includes setting up a new password and storing your recovery phrase.
You can refer to this guide for further reference: How to Create & Set Up MetaMask: A Step by Step Guide.
2. Add Polygon Network to MetaMask
To receive and view MATIC on MetaMask, you need to add the Polygon network to it.
You can send the MATIC via BSC and Ethereum networks as well.
But the gas fee would be high in the Ethereum network.
To add the Polygon network to MetaMask, go to the Polygonscan website.
Reach the bottom of the website and click Add Polygon Network.
Then click Approve on your MetaMask wallet.
If you want to see the step-by-step process, you can refer to this guide: How to Add Polygon Network to MetaMask.
3. Copy the MetaMask Address
Once you have added the Polygon network to MetaMask, you need to copy your MetaMask address.
To copy the address, you need to simply click just above your MATIC balance.
4. Click Send/ Receive
Sign in to the Coinbase.
You will land on your dashboard.
There you will be able to see Send/ Receive in the upper right corner of the webpage.
Click Send/ Receive.
5. Paste the MetaMask Address
After clicking Send/ Receive, there will be a Send window.
Here, you need to enter the amount of MATIC that you wish to send.
You can also enter the amount in the fiat currency by clicking the conversion icon.
Then, select Polygon in the Pay with field.
Lastly, paste the MetaMask address that you have copied in Step 3 in the To field.
The Note field is the optional one. If you want you can mention something for your reference.
Click Continue.
6. Enter the Verification Code
After clicking Continue, there will be a confirmation pop-up.
Ensure to review the address, amount, and gas fee.
Click Send Now.
Now, you will receive a verification code on your registered phone number.
Enter the verification code to proceed further on the transfer.
7. Check your MetaMask Wallet
Your transfer will be successful after submitting the verification code.
You can head back to your MetaMask wallet and check the MATIC balance.
You have successfully transferred MATIC from Coinbase to MetaMask.
Conclusion
Transferring MATIC from Coinbase to MetaMask is a straightforward process.
To receive MATIC on MetaMask, you need to add the Polygon network on MetaMask.
You can also send MATIC via Ethereum and BSC networks according to your further use of MATIC.
FAQ
1. MATIC not showing up in MetaMask?
MetaMask is not able to display MATIC if you have not added the Polygon network to it. Once you have added the Polygon network, you will be able to see MATIC.
In case you have transferred MATIC on the ERC network to MetaMask, you need to add the MATIC token using the Import Tokens feature on your MetaMask wallet.