How to Add Ink to MetaMask

Summary: Ink, an Ethereum Layer 2 built on the OP Stack, can be added to MetaMask using ChainList or by manually entering its network details.

Designed for DeFi, Ink combines Ethereum compatibility, fast transactions, and low fees to provide a scalable platform for decentralized applications.

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ChainList is the most trusted aggregator of EVM-based Layer 1 and 2 networks. It allows users to instantly connect their MetaMask to verified Chain and Network IDs, ensuring a safe connection.

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Supported Networks

100+ Layer 1 and Layer 2 chains

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Built by the Defillama team

Compatible Wallets

MetaMask only

Can I Add Ink to MetaMask?

Yes, Ink, an Ethereum Layer 2 built on the OP Stack and part of the Superchain ecosystem, can be added to MetaMask by configuring it as a custom network.

Once set up, you can access Ink’s DeFi ecosystem, benefit from its low fees and fast transactions, and interact seamlessly with other networks in the Superchain.

How to Add Ink to MetaMask

You can add Ink to MetaMask by using ChainList, a tool that provides verified network details for EVM-compatible blockchains. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Open ChainList: Visit the ChainList website and connect your MetaMask wallet by clicking the "Connect Wallet" button.
  2. Search for Ink: Use the search bar to find the Ink network by typing "Ink."
  3. Add Ink to MetaMask: Select Ink from the search results, then click "Connect Wallet" to link the network to MetaMask.
  4. Approve Network Addition: Follow the prompts in MetaMask to approve and confirm the addition of Ink to your list of networks.
Add Ink to MetaMask

Ink RPC and Chain ID

To manually add Ink to MetaMask without using ChainList, you need to configure the network settings directly. Ensure these details are verified with the Ink documentation for accuracy.

Here are the required settings:

  • Network Name: Ink
  • RPC URL: https://rpc-gel.inkonchain.com
  • Chain ID: 57073
  • Currency Symbol: ETH
  • Block Explorer URL: https://explorer.inkonchain.com

Once configured, you can securely access Ink's DeFi ecosystem and applications.

About Ink

Ink is an Ethereum Layer 2 built on the OP Stack, optimized for DeFi with fast transactions, low fees, and sequencer-level security. Powered by Kraken's expertise, it enables interoperability across the Superchain while supporting Ethereum-compatible smart contracts, making it a scalable foundation for decentralized finance.

About Ink

Bottom Line

Connecting Ink to MetaMask lets you access a high-performance Layer 2 ecosystem powered by Kraken and built on the OP Stack for DeFi.

By setting up the network manually or using ChainList, you can engage with Ink’s dApp ecosystem and leverage its fast, low-cost transactions and interoperability within the Superchain.