Detailed Guideline
Here’s a straightforward, step-by-step guide on the easiest methods to set up a crypto wallet containing ETH on the Arbitrum network:
Create a wallet on Arbitrum
- Install MetaMask, either as a browser extension or mobile app, and follow the instructions to securely create your account.
- Please note: there are alternative wallet providers besides MetaMask – a comprehensive list is available here.
- Integrate the Arbitrum network into MetaMask:
- 2.1. Open the network dropdown menu.
- 2.2. Select the ‘Add Network’ option.
- 2.3. Enter the following details and click ‘Save’:
- Network Name: Arbitrum One
- New RPC URL: https://arb1.arbitrum.io/rpc
- Chain ID: 42161
- Currency Symbol: ETH
- Block Explorer URL: https://arbiscan.io/
Moving ETH onto Arbitrum
Quick Tip: Approximately $1 worth of ETH should be sufficient to cover gas fee for roughly 150 transactions on Arbitrum.
Choose one of the following methods to transfer ETH into your Arbitrum wallet:
Method 1 — Withdraw ETH from a centralized exchange
If you have crypto holdings on a supported exchange, this is the recommended option.
Withdraw ETH directly to your Arbitrum wallet (supported by most exchanges).
Method 2 — Bridge ETH from another blockchain
If you hold crypto on a different blockchain, we suggest this method.
Bridge your ETH from the current blockchain to Arbitrum using Connext or Across.
Supported blockchains include Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Avalanche, Fantom, Optimism, Base, and more.