To send AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask, you need to add the Avalanche network to MetaMask.
Then, copy your MetaMask wallet address.
Paste it into the Send window on Coinbase.
Enter the amount and complete the verification process.
Steps to Transfer AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask
- Install MetaMask Wallet
- Add Avalanche Network to MetaMask
- Copy the MetaMask Address
- Click Send/ Receive
- Paste the MetaMask Address
- Complete the Authentication
- Check your MetaMask Wallet
1. Install MetaMask Wallet
You can skip this step if you have already installed the MetaMask extension.
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 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 Avalanche Network to MetaMask
To receive and view AVAX on MetaMask, you need to add the Avalanche network to it.
To add the Avalanche network to MetaMask, you need to click Add Network in your MetaMask.
Then, copy-paste the below Avalanche network details such as network name, RPC URL, ChainID, symbol, and explorer.
Avalanche Network Details
Network Name: Avalanche Network
New RPC URL: https://api.avax.network/ext/bc/C/rpc
ChainID: 43114
Symbol: AVAX
Explorer: https://snowtrace.io/
Lastly, click Save.
If you want to see the step-by-step process, you can refer to this guide: How to Add Avalanche to MetaMask.
3. Copy the MetaMask Address
Once you have added the Avalanche network to MetaMask, you need to copy your MetaMask address.
To copy the address, you need to simply click just above your AVAX balance.
4. Click Send/ Receive
Sign in to your Coinbase account.
You will land on the dashboard.
There you will be able to see Send/ Receive in the top 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 AVAX that you wish to send.
You can also enter the amount in the fiat currency by clicking the conversion icon.
Then, select Avalanche in the Pay with field.
Lastly, paste the MetaMask address that you have copied in Step 3 in the To field.
Always be cautious while pasting the wallet address. Any typo may result in the incorrect address which lead to the loss of crypto.
The Note field is the optional one. If you want you can mention something for your reference.
Click Continue.
6. Complete the Authentication
After clicking Continue, there will be a confirmation pop-up.
Ensure to review the address, amount, and gas fee.
Click Send Now.
Now, you need to authenticate the transaction.
To proceed further on the transfer, enter the verification code that you have received on your registered phone number.
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 AVAX balance.
You can also check your transaction on the SnowTrace, the Avalanche chain explorer.
You have successfully transferred AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask.
Conclusion
Transferring AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask is a straightforward process.
To receive AVAX on MetaMask, you need to add the Avalanche network on MetaMask.
To send AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask, there will be a withdrawal fee of 0.012 AVAX.
The transfer time of AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask is 5-15 minutes. It may vary depending upon the network congestion.
FAQ
1. AVAX is not showing up in MetaMask?
MetaMask is not able to display AVAX if you have not added the Avalanche network to it. Once you have added the Avalanche network, you will be able to see AVAX.