RINKEBY Test Network Added to Metamask
As a Metamask user, you may be experiencing issues adding the Rinkeby Test Network to your wallet. In this article, we will guide you through the process of adding RINKEBY to Metamask.
Problem: Unable to add RINKEBY from settings or manually
You have tried adding RINKEBY from the settings menu (Settings -gt; Show test networks (on)
), but unfortunately, it is not working. This may come as a surprise to you, as you are expecting to add the local Rinkeby network to Metamask.
Solution 1: Add RINKEBY Manually
To add RINKEBY manually, follow these steps:
- Go to the [Rinkeby Test Network page]( on the Rinkeby website.
- Click the “Create New Wallet” button.
- Select
Metamask
as your wallet provider.
- Enter your Metamask passphrase or private key (if you have one).
- Confirm that you want to add RINKEBY to your wallet.
Solution 2: Manually add RINKEBY to MetaMask
Alternatively, you can manually add RINKEBY to your Metamask wallet by following these steps:
- Open your Metamask wallet in a supported browser (e.g. Chrome or Firefox).
- Click the three vertical dots (
...
) in the upper right corner of your wallet.
- Select
Settings
.
- Scroll down to the
Test Networks
section and click theAdd Test Network
button.
- Enter
rinkeby
as the name of your test network, followed by `
- Click the “Add Test Network” button.
Verify your RINKEBY connection
After adding RINKEBY to Metamask using one of these methods, verify that it is working properly by checking the status of your local Rinkeby network:
- Open your Metamask wallet.
- Go to the “Test Networks” section.
- Find the “rinkeby” test network and click on its name.
- Check if you can see the Rinkeby block explorer.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you are still having issues, try the following:
- Make sure your Metamask wallet is updated to the latest software version.
- Make sure your passphrase or private key is valid and uncorrupted.
- Try adding RINKEBY using a different browser or device.
- If none of these steps resolve the issue, please contact the Rinkeby support team for further assistance.
By following these steps, you should be able to successfully add RINKEBY to Metamask.