How to Add BOB to MetaMask

Can I Add BOB to MetaMask?

Yes, BOB, a Bitcoin Layer 2 with EVM compatibility, can be added to MetaMask. BOB merges Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum’s flexibility, supporting Ethereum-based smart contracts on Bitcoin’s network. To connect, simply input BOB’s Network ID and RPC details into MetaMask’s custom network settings.

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How to Add BOB to MetaMask

You can add BOB to MetaMask quickly with ChainList, an RPC and Chain ID aggregator that helps connect to EVM-compatible networks. Using ChainList allows for a one-click connection to BOB’s ecosystem or any other blockchain.

Here’s the setup process:

1. Visit ChainList: Go to ChainList and connect your MetaMask wallet.
2. Search for BOB: In the search bar, type "BOB Network."
3. Add the Network: Find BOB Network in the results, then click "Connect Wallet."
4. Complete Setup: Follow MetaMask’s prompts to add BOB to your networks.

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BOB RPC and Chain ID

To add BOB to MetaMask without third-party tools, manually enter the following network settings. For accuracy, always check BOB’s official documentation.

• Network Name: BOB Mainnet
• RPC URL: https://rpc.gobob.xyz/
• Chain ID: 60808
• Currency Symbol: ETH
• Block Explorer URL: https://explorer.gobob.xyz/

Verify these details in MetaMask to securely connect to BOB and access its dApps and services.

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About BOB

BOB is a hybrid Layer 2 that fuses Bitcoin’s Proof-of-Work security with Ethereum’s EVM functionality, letting developers build EVM-compatible dApps on a Bitcoin-secured network. As of November 2024, BOB has a Total Value Locked (TVL) of around $68 million, with 98% of assets canonically bridged. 

Popular dApps in its ecosystem include Satoshi Protocol, a decentralized stablecoin platform, and Uniswap, the most popular EVM-based DEX. BOB’s unique architecture allows for scalable DeFi solutions, drawing liquidity from Bitcoin and Ethereum, and positioning it as a powerful dual-liquidity platform for builders.

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Bottom Line

Adding BOB to MetaMask is enables users to bridge Bitcoin’s security with Ethereum’s flexibility, opening up access to a growing ecosystem of dApps and DeFi tools on a Bitcoin-backed network. 

Whether using ChainList for a quick setup or manually entering network details, you’ll be able to tap into BOB’s EVM-compatible capabilities and explore its growing ecosystem of applications.