The Shiba Inu (SHIB). One of the very first meme coin that I added to Metamask. I bought Shiba Inu as a joke first (WOFF!!), but I soon realized that Shiba Inu was more than just another “Shit Coin.”
For those who don’t know … Shiba Inu (SHIB) is the first experiment on “decentralize spontaneous community-building.” Since then, the Shiba Inu ecosystem has evolved into a vibrant decentralized ecosystem with a DEX (ShibaSwap), a DAO (Doggy DAO), an NFT Project (Shiboshis), and an Incubator (Shiba Inu Incubator).
This thriving ecosystem has over 1M holders, over 3M Twitter followers, and over 470K Reddit members. A truly Shib Army.
But enough about Shiba Inu. If you are looking to add Shib to Metamask, here’s a quick 5-Step guide.
How to Add SHIBA to Metamask?
Before we get into the specifics, here is our quick 5-Step process to add Shiba token to Metamask:
Step 1: Launch Metamask App and Unlock it
Step 2: Pick a Blockchain Network (Ethereum, BNB Chain)
Step 3: Click on Import Tokens
Step 4: Search for SHIB or Import Token Address
Step 5: Add Shiba coin to Metamask
Note: The SHIB BNB Chain version is not the original Shiba Inu coin. It is a wrapped version to facilitate transactions with the BNB ecosystem.
Sinple isn’t it?
If you want a DETAILED, step-by-step guide here’s what we’ll cover:
1. How to Add Shiba to Metamask in 5 STEPS
Shiba Inu (SHIB) is an ERC-20 token built on the Ethereum Blockchain. Since Metmask is an Ethereum-compatible wallet, Shib can be easily added to Metamask.
FUN FACT: A Shiba Inu is a Japanese dog breed that was originally adopted in the cryptocurrency world as the Dogecoin symbol, which sparked the popularity of dog-themed meme coins such as Akita Inu, Floki Inu, and Dogelon Mars. Shiba Inu was developed in 2020 by an anonymous person or group known as Ryoshi.
This section will show you how to add Shiba token to the most popular blockchain networks (Ethereum Mainnet and Binance Smart Chain).
Before You Start:
- Ensure you have a computer or mobile device with an internet connection
- Ensure you have a web3 crypto wallet like Metamask installed on your browser or mobile device (iOS and Android). Otherwise, head to this website.
Without further ado, select the network you want to use by clicking on the appropriate tab.Launch your metamask wallet extension (or metamask mobile app if you are on your phone) and unlock it by entering your password.
How to add SHIB to the ERC20 Network
The Ethereum Mainnet (ERC20 Network) is the principal public production blockchain for Ethereum, where actual transactions and value exchanges take place.
By default, Metamask connects to the Ethereum Mainnet. Ensure your Metamask Wallet is connected to the Ethereum Mainnet. Otherwise, you will not be able to import Shiba Inu to Ethereum.
Follow the steps below to add SHIB to your Metamask wallet on the Ethereum (ERC-20) network.
STEP 1: Select Ethereum Mainnet (ERC-20) Network
Once you have launched your Metamask extension and unlocked it by entering your password, ensure you are on the Ethereum Mainnet.
If your Metamask application is connected to another network, switch back to Ethereum Mainnet.
STEP 2: Click on Import Tokens (Under don’t see your Token)
When you’ve selected the right network, scroll down till you see don’t see your token? And then select Import tokens.
STEP 3: Search for SHIB on the Search Bar
Shib is one of the most popular meme coins on the Ethereum Mainnet.
Fortunately, you just need to type SHIB on the search bar and select Shiba Inu (SHIB).
STEP 4: Import Shib Token
After you choose Shiba Inu (SHIB) from the list, click “Next” and then “Import Tokens.”
TADA! Now you will see SHIBA on your Metamask wallet
How to add SHIB to Metamask Binance Smart Chain
The Binance Smart Chain (BNB Chain) is another popular blockchain network established by the renowned Chinese platform Binance. Binance designed its own chain with MetaFi (DeFi + Metaverse) in mind.
If you wish to add SHIB to Metamask BSC. Follow these steps:
STEP 1: Select the Binance Smart Chain (BNB Chain)
Once you have launched your Metamask extension and unlocked it by entering your password, ensure you are on the BNB Chain network.
If you don’t have the BNB Smart Chain under your list of networks, go to add networks and select the BNB Smart Chain (previously Binance Smart Chain Mainnet).
STEP 2: Click on Import Tokens (Under don’t see your token)
When you’ve selected BNB Smart Chain as your default network, scroll down till you see don’t see your token? And then click on “Import tokens.”
STEP 3: Copy & Paste the SHIB BEP20 Contract Address
The next step is to get the SHIB BNB Chain token contract address. You can find that address on BscScan. Or, if you prefer, copy the address below:
SHIB BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) Token Contract Address:[0x2859e4544C4bB03966803b044A93563Bd2D0DD4D]
STEP 4: Add Binance-PEG Shiba to Metamask
When you paste the token contract address, the Shiba Inu information will populate automatically.
Click on add custom token and import tokens, then double-check that SHIBA is in your wallet.
3. Conclusion
Shiba Inu was created with a real purpose and utility in mind. Shiba Inu’s founders sought to test the ability of truly self-governing organizations with no central authority, just spontaneous talented individuals coming together to build something unique. Since then, Shiba Inu has evolved into a vibrant decentralized ecosystem
We have seen 2 ways to add SHIB to your Metamask wallet, depending on the blockchain network you choose.
If you have a brand new Metamask wallet, the default network will be the Ethereum Mainnet. In that case, you only need to look for SHIB and add it to your Metamask wallet.
For the BNB Chain, you must first add the blockchain network (if you haven’t already) and then import the Shiba token contract address from a reputable site such as BscScan .
Let’s recap our 5-step process:
- Step 1: Launch Metamask App and Unlock it
- Step 2: Pick a Blockchain Network (Ethereum, BNB Chain)
- Step 3: Scroll down and click on import tokens
- Step 4: Search for SHIB or Import the Token Contract Address
- Step 5: Add SHIB Token to Metamask
We hope you enjoyed this guide! Check our FAQs if you would like to know more!
4. FAQs
How to buy Shiba Inu Coin on Uniswap?
We have built an in-depth step-by-step guide here. Here’s a quick 5-Step process:
- Buy ETH on a Fiat-to-crypto Exchange
- Download a cryptocurrency Wallet
- Transfer ETH to your Wallet
- Connect Wallet to Uniswap
- Buy Shiba Inu Coin on Uniswap
How to add SHIB to Ledger?
If you want to keep your SHIB safe. Ledger Nano X is a good option. Here are the steps:
- Open Ledger Live
- Create an Ethereum Account
- Connect Ledger to Computer
- Create Shiba Inu (SHIB) Account
- Click on Receive
- Select your Ethereum Account
- Send SHIB Coins to the Address
How to add SHIB to Trezor?
If you want to keep your SHIB safe. Trezor T is a good option. Here are the steps:
- Connect Trezor to PC
- Go to Trezor App
- Go to Ethereum
- Go to Tokens
- Add Token
- Copy & Paste Shiba Inu Token Address (Coinmarketcap)
- Add Token
- Go to Receive
- Send SHIB Coins to the Address
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