How to start 🚀
Transfer your crypto to Base
Here are the simple steps you need to follow to get started with the Base chain:
To get started on BaseXchange, you'll need a special wallet that works with Base. Some well-known options are MetaMask , Rabby, and Coinbase wallet. Make sure to download the newest version of the wallet from a real source. When you're setting it up, follow the given instructions carefully. It's super important to keep your recovery phrases safe and not share them. Don't save them online or type them anywhere except in your real wallet.
Install MetaMask Extension: Visit the official MetaMask wallet website and add the extension to your browser.
Create and Secure a Wallet: Set up a wallet and remember to keep your recovery phrases really safe. Don't share them with anyone or type them online.
Add Base Network: In the wallet settings, add a special network. Here's what you need to enter:
Network Name: Base
Chain ID: 8453
Currency Symbol: ETH
Block Explorer URL: https://basescan.org/
Move Your Money to Base: Shifting to Base is simple, and we suggest using the bridges we've mentioned here. These bridges connect different networks and offer good liquidity, meaning your money's value won't change suddenly. They've proven to work well for a while. You can use these bridges to move your money from networks like Ethereum, Arbitrum, Optimism, BNB Chain, Polygon, Avalanche, and more, to Base.
Base Native bridge: https://bridge.base.org/deposit Multichain bridge: https://app.squidrouter.com/
These steps will help you get ready to use BaseXchange with MetaMask.
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