How to Transfer SHIB from Coinbase to MetaMask

To transfer SHIB from Coinbase to MetaMask, you need to add the SHIB token to MetaMask.

Then, copy your MetaMask wallet address.

Paste it into the Send window on Coinbase.

Enter the amount in SHIB/ Fiat and complete the verification process.

Steps to Transfer SHIB from Coinbase to MetaMask

1. Install MetaMask Wallet
2. Add SHIB Token to MetaMask
3. Copy the MetaMask Address
4. Click Send/ Receive
5. Paste the MetaMask Address
6. Complete the Authentication
7. Check your MetaMask Wallet

1. Install MetaMask Wallet

In the case of MetaMask already installed, 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 password and storing the recovery phrase.

You can refer to this guide for further reference: How to Create & Set Up MetaMask: A Step by Step Guide.

2. Add SHIB Token to MetaMask

To receive, view, and send SHIB in MetaMask, you need to add the SHIB token earlier.

To add SHIB to MetaMask, you need to copy-paste its contract address.

To copy the SHIB contract address, go to CoinMarketCap and search for SHIB.

Once you have got the result, you will be able to see all details of SHIB.

Copy its contract address under Contracts.

Then, launch your MetaMask and click Import Tokens.

Note: Make sure you are in the Ethereum Mainnet.

After clicking the Import Tokens, you will be in the Search tab.

Navigate to the Custom Tokens tab.

Paste the SHIB contract address there and click Add Custom Token.

Then, click Import Token.

That’s it. You have added the SHIB token to MetaMask.

3. Copy the MetaMask Address

Once you have added the SHIB token to MetaMask, you need to copy your MetaMask address.

To copy the address, you need to simply click just above your ETH 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 SHIB that you wish to send.

You can also enter the amount in the fiat currency by clicking the conversion icon.

Then, select SHIB 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. 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.

Next, you need to authenticate the transfer.

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 SHIB balance.

You have successfully transferred SHIB from Coinbase to MetaMask.

Conclusion

Transferring SHIB from Coinbase to MetaMask is a straightforward process.

To receive SHIB on MetaMask, you need to add the SHIB token on MetaMask by copy-pasting its contract address.

The transfer time of SHIB from Coinbase to MetaMask is 5-15 minutes. It may vary depending upon the network congestion.

From MetaMask, you can take the SHIB to any DEX and swap it for another token.

FAQ

1. How to transfer my SHIB BEP20 to ERC20?

SHIB BEP20 refers to you having withdrawn SHIB via Binance Smart Chain. If you want to convert SHIB BEP20 to ERC20, you need to send your SHIB BEP20 to Binance. Then, withdraw the same SHIB via the ERC20 network by pasting the ERC20 recipient address of SHIB.