Add USDT.e to Metamask on Avalanche: A Detailed Guide

Adding USDT.e to your Metamask wallet on the Avalanche network is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few simple steps. USDT.e is an ERC-20 token that is fully compatible with the Avalanche blockchain, making it easy to transfer and trade on the platform. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the entire process, from setting up your Metamask wallet to adding the USDT.e token.

Setting Up Your Metamask Wallet

Before you can add USDT.e to your Metamask wallet, you’ll need to set up the wallet itself. Here’s how to do it:

1. Go to the Metamask website and click on “Create a wallet.” You’ll be prompted to create a password for your wallet. Make sure to choose a strong password that you can remember.
2. Next, you’ll be asked to write down your 12-word recovery phrase. This phrase is crucial for recovering your wallet if you lose access to it, so make sure to keep it in a safe place.
3. After writing down your recovery phrase, you’ll be prompted to confirm it. Once you’ve confirmed it, your Metamask wallet will be set up.
4. Open the Metamask app on your mobile device or desktop browser. Connect your wallet to your preferred blockchain network, which in this case is Avalanche.

Adding the Avalanche Network to Metamask

Once your Metamask wallet is set up and connected to the Avalanche network, you can proceed to add the USDT.e token. Here’s how:

1. Click on the network dropdown in the top right corner of the Metamask app and select “Custom RPC.” This will allow you to add a custom network.
2. In the “RPC URL” field, enter the following URL: https://api.avax.network/ext/bc/C/rpc
3. In the “Chain ID” field, enter the Avalanche chain ID, which is 0x4e454152 (or 233710321 in decimal).
4. In the “Currency” field, select “AVAX” from the dropdown menu.
5. In the “Block Explorer URL” field, enter the following URL: https://avscan.io
6. Click “Save” to add the Avalanche network to your Metamask wallet.

Adding the USDT.e Token to Metamask

Now that your Metamask wallet is connected to the Avalanche network, you can add the USDT.e token. Here’s how:

1. Click on the “Add Token” button in the top right corner of the Metamask app.
2. In the “Token Address” field, enter the following address: 0x0d4a11d5eeaa2232f838d08f5beffeb14f52a17f
3. In the “Token Symbol” field, enter “USDT.e”.
4. In the “Decimals” field, enter “6”.
5. Click “Add Token” to add USDT.e to your Metamask wallet.

Verifying the USDT.e Token in Metamask

After adding the USDT.e token to your Metamask wallet, it’s important to verify that the token has been added correctly. Here’s how to do it:

1. Click on the “Account” dropdown in the top right corner of the Metamask app and select the account you added the USDT.e token to.
2. Look for the USDT.e token in your account’s token list. If you see the token listed with the correct symbol and balance, it has been added successfully.
3. Click on the token to view its details, including its contract address, symbol, and decimals.

Transferring and Trading USDT.e on Avalanche

Now that you’ve added USDT.e to your Metamask wallet, you can transfer and trade the token on the Avalanche network. Here’s how:

1. Click on the “Send” button in the Metamask app to send USDT.e to another address.