How to Send Avax From Coinbase to Metamask
Storing your crypto funds on MetaMask seems like a smart decision, thanks to the wallet security measures.
On the other hand, custodial wallets in centralized exchanges, like the one offered by Coinbase, are not as reliable as non-custodial, software wallets.
If you have AVAX tokens in your Coinbase account, and want to store them in MetaMask instead, then this blog post is for you.
Continue reading to get all the information you need about the following topics:
- How to send AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask;
- Step-by-step guidance for sending AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask;
- What you need to know before you attempt to send AVAX from one exchange to another.
Using Avalanche Network Tokens in Coinbase
Coinbase is one of the most reliable platforms out there, and the Avalanche network, as well as AVAX tokens, can be purchased and stored on Coinbase and Coinbase Pro.
Since MetaMask operates in a decentralized environment, you can’t purchase AVAX there with fiat money.
That’s why making fiat to cryptocurrency transactions in Coinbase, or Coinbase Pro seems like the best choice.
What’s more, the AVAX network provides safety, low transaction fees, and higher speed than the classic Ethereum network, so the advantages of having these tokens stored on your MetaMask wallet address are widely known by the community.
Pro Tip: Transactions ID on Coinbase serves as a unique identifier linked to a specific transaction on the blockchain.
Learn how to find any Transaction Hash on Coinbase by reading our related blog post on our website.
Connect Your MetaMask Wallet to the AVAX Network
Since the Avalanche Network operates with three different chains (C Chain, X Chain, and P Chain), you need to use a crypto wallet compatible with one of these chains, such as MetaMask.
The process of adding the network consists of adding a custom RPC on your wallet, and pasting the following information:
Network Name: Avalanche Network
New RPC URL: https://api.avax.network/ext/bc/C/rpc
Chain ID: 43114 or` 0xa86a`
Currency Symbol: AVAX
Block Explorer URL (AVAX Explorer): https://snowtrace.io/ or https://cchain.explorer.avax.network/
Do not despair - we have written an in-detail blog post that shows you everything you need to know about Adding Avalanche to MetaMask.
Since this step is imperative, we highly recommend you check all the details by reading the previously mentioned blog post.
How to Send AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask
Note that the process won’t take place efficiently if you don’t add the Avalanche Network beforehand.
After you do it, you can proceed to send AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask by following the steps we are about to show you.
Read Also: Do you need to Withdraw Money from MetaMask to your bank? As you know, this isn’t directly possible on MetaMask, so you need to use a centralized exchange instead.
Learn all the details regarding this process by reading our related article.
Step 1: Find Your MetaMask Wallet Address (Avalanche Wallet)
For starters, correctly managing your MetaMask settings is a must.
The moment you create your wallet, a seed phrase that contains each private key of the wallet will be generated.
Since MetaMask keeps your keys on your mobile device or computer, and you are responsible for this information, you can’t lose this 12-word phrase by any means.
After you finish adding the Avalanche Network on MetaMask, you will be able to simply copy the receiving address by clicking on “Account.”
Hence, copy the AVAX address to your clipboard, and then proceed.
Step 2: Open Your Coinbase Profile
Now, log in to Coinbase. You can safely sign in with the information you used during the registration process.
Step 3: Go to the “Send / Receive” Page
After logging in to Coinbase, go to the Send / Receive page. There, a list with your assets will appear, including AVAX.
Step 4: Click on “Transfer AVAX”
Now, you need to select the AVAX token and click on “Send.”
A pop-up window will appear telling you that you are about to make a payment using AVAX. Click on continue, and proceed with the last step.
Step 5: Type in Your MetaMask Address and Confirm the Transaction
Finally, paste your MetaMask address on Coinbase. You need to be extra careful here - if you use the wrong address, you might end up losing all your AVAX coins.
Remember that it is not possible to recover cryptocurrency sent to the wrong address.
In any case, double-check the information, check the fees related to the transaction, and send the funds.
You have just sent AVAX from Coinbase to MetaMask! The funds should appear in your wallet after a while.
You can also check the details of the transaction on AVAX’s block explorer, SnowTrace.
That’s how you do it - it’s really easy, isn’t it?
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FAQ
Can I Move My Tokens from Crypto.com Website to MetaMask?
Yes, you can do this as well. The process is very similar to the one shown in this article. You need to find the MetaMask token address you need to move, and paste it on Crypto.com.
Get more insights on doing this by reading our related post: Transfer from Crypto.com to MetaMask.
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