BNB smart chain (Before Binance smart chain) Network to metamask

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If you're looking to interact with decentralized applications (dapps) on the BNB Smart Chain (BSC) mainnet, MetaMask is the perfect browser extension for you. MetaMask, which is widely used for Ethereum blockchain interactions, also supports other networks like BSC. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of adding the BNB Smart Chain mainnet to MetaMask for the best user experience.

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Step 1: Open MetaMask Wallet

To start the process, open the MetaMask extension in your browser by clicking on the MetaMask icon located in the top-right corner. This will open the MetaMask interface, which provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface for managing your assets.

Step 2: Select "Custom RPC"

In the MetaMask interface, click on the network dropdown in the top-right corner. From the list of options, select "Custom RPC". This will open a new window where you can enter the details of the BNB Smart Chain mainnet.

BNB smart chain Mainnet (This is the one you are probably looking for)

Network Name: Smart Chain

New RPC URL: https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org/

Chain ID: 56

Symbol: BNB

Block Explorer URL: https://bscscan.com

BSC( BNB Smart Chain) Testnet

Network Name: Smart Chain - Testnet

New RPC URL: https://data-seed-prebsc-1-s1.binance.org:8545/

ChainID: 97

Symbol: BNB

Block Explorer URL: https://testnet.bscscan.com

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Step 3: Enter the BNB Smart Chain Mainnet URL

In the "New RPC URL" field, enter the URL of the BNB Smart Chain mainnet, which is "  https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org/ ". It is important to double-check the URL to ensure you are connecting to the correct network.

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Step 4: Give the Network a Name

In the "Network Name" field, give the network a name. For example, you can call it " Smart Chain ". This will help you identify the network easily in MetaMask.

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Step 5: Save the Network

Click on the "Save" button to add the BNB Smart Chain mainnet to your MetaMask interface.

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Step 6: Select the BNB Smart Chain Mainnet

Now you need to select the BNB Smart Chain mainnet from the network dropdown. Once you select it, your MetaMask will be connected to the BNB Smart Chain mainnet, and you'll be able to interact with BNB Smart Chain dapps.

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In conclusion, adding the BNB Smart Chain mainnet to MetaMask is an easy process that can be completed in a few simple steps. By following the steps outlined in this article, you will be able to interact with BNB Smart Chain dapps and use the MetaMask wallet to manage you BNB Smart Chain assets. With MetaMask, you'll have a seamless experience interacting with BNB Smart Chain mainnet while enjoying the best user experience and security that comes with it.

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