In order to add USDC tokens to your MetaMask wallet, copy and paste their addresses into the designated fields. You will learn how to accomplish that in this guide.
Even non-technical people can follow the instructions for adding the USDC token without any difficulty.
The USDC tokens will be securely stored in your MetaMask wallet once the process is complete, so you will be able to manage them more easily once the process is complete.
We will also discuss USDC and MetaMask in this article.
It’s time to get started!
Currently, this is the best way to do it. This article will be updated immediately if a new, faster method is introduced.
Benefits of Adding USDC to MetaMask
To manage USDC tokens, add USDC to your MetaMask account.
In addition, you’ll be able to swap USDC for any other token once you connect your MetaMask wallet to a swap DeFi website.
Moreover, USDC can be used on any DeFi website that supports it.
How to Add USDC to MetaMask – Web/Desktop
To add USDC to MetaMask Wallet, follow a few simple steps. To complete the task, it should only take you 5 minutes.
Step 1: Download MetaMask and log in
It is necessary to first log into your MetaMask account.
Follow our easy guide to create one if you don’t already have one. In less than two minutes, you can create an account.
MetaMask’s icon appears in your browser’s top-right corner once you log in or create an account.
Step 2: Search “USDC” on CoinMarketCap
For reference, please see the image below which shows CoinMarketCap searching for USDC.
A new section will open when you click USDC.
Open the USDC page and proceed to the next step.
Step 3: Select MetaMask from the menu
This is how the USDC section will look:
The USDC address can be found under the “Contracts” section. The symbols you can see there are part of it.
Your extension will open a pop-up menu when you click the MetaMask icon here. Above is a reference image.
Step 4: Confirm the Import
In the extension, you’ll see the following pop-up:
By clicking on “Add Token”, you can add a token to your account.
Step 5: Add USDC to MetaMask
Ensure the token is added after you confirm the import. You should see something like this when you open the extension:
If you’ve added any other tokens previously, you will see USDC under ETH.
How To Add USDC to MetaMask – Mobile
On iOS/Android devices, we will cover adding the USDC to MetaMask.
Compared to a browser/desktop, we believe this way is easier.
Step 1: Open MetaMask App
In order to use MetaMask, you need to open your iOS/Android application first.
The App Store or Google Play store are both great places to download the application if you haven’t already.
In the next step, you’ll need to log in to MetaMask once it’s been installed.
Step 2: Choose “Import Tokens”
MetaMask’s “Import Tokens” button must be clicked once you have launched the application.
For reference, here is an image:
The following step will appear once you click on that.
Step 3: Search USDC
The search bar will be available in a new window, as mentioned previously.
The search bar should look something like this when you type USDC in:
Step 4: Click USDC
The Import button will appear once USDC has been marked (tapped on).
See the image below for reference:
You can avoid scrolling down by typing in the token’s full name.
Step 5: Add The Token
To return to the MetaMask application’s home page, click here.
USDC should be visible.
Please wait a couple of minutes if it is not there. It may still not appear if you use the browser version or try adding the token once again.
The Process Of Removing USDC Tokens From MetaMask
MetaMask has the following methods for removing USDC or any other token:
Using a browser:
- MetaMask extension should be open
- Next to USDC, click the arrow
- In the top-right corner, click on the 3 dots
- “Hide USDC” should be selected
- By removing the token, you will be able to add it back later.
Using Mobile:
- MetaMask should open
- Keep your finger on USDC and press & hold
- Select “Remove”
- Completed
About USDC
USDC, also known as USD Coin, is a widely used stablecoin that is tied to the value of the US Dollar at a 1:1 ratio.
It was created through a partnership between Circle and Coinbase and is maintained by The Centre consortium.
Every USDC token in circulation is backed by $1 in reserves consisting of both cash and bonds, which are held by regulated financial institutions.
USDC was initially launched in a limited, test environment in late 2018, with the aim of becoming a digital currency for the digital age. Its design focuses on a future where digital transactions will be the norm.
About MetaMask
MetaMask is a widely used digital wallet available as a browser extension or mobile app.
It’s known for being the leading software wallet for ERC-20 tokens and only supports Ethereum-based cryptocurrencies and NFTs as well as BEP-2 & BEP-20.
People often use MetaMask to access decentralized applications (dApps) and connect to PancakeSwap for cryptocurrency exchanges.
MetaMask also provides an easy entry into the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, offering lending and borrowing services, among others.
NFT marketplaces such as OpenSea are compatible with MetaMask, which gained popularity in 2021 as a convenient and user-friendly wallet to buy NFTs. As more ERC-20 tokens are added to MetaMask, the wallet continues to improve to make the process easier.
CONCLUSION
We hope the steps to add a USDC token to your MetaMask wallet were straightforward and simple. This will allow you to use it or transfer it on any DeFi platform that supports the token.
We also provided instructions on how to add USDC to MetaMask using a mobile device, which is even easier than on a desktop.
Additionally, we included information about USDC and MetaMask in the “About” sections to enhance your understanding of the products.