How do I add BTC to my metamask wallet?

Another method you can utilize to add BTC to your Metamask wallet is by adding the Wrapped Bitcoin (WBTC) token deployed on another chain (Ethereum in this case) to your Metamask wallet using the correct contract address.

What is a metamask wallet?

Metamask on the other hand is a leading non-custodial wallet in the crypto space. It is used by millions of crypto investors across multiple operating systems to purchase, store, and trade cryptocurrencies and other digital assets across different compatible blockchains with ease.

What is the difference between metamask and WBTC?

MetaMask is an EVM-based application, while Bitcoin is a token on the Bitcoin blockchain. However, you can get Wrapped BTC, an ERC-20, Bitcoin-backed stablecoin, and add it to MetaMask. Where can I get WBTC?

Can I add bitcoins to metamask?

You cannot add the Bitcoin network to your Metamask wallet because it is not Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible. There is no way to bridge Bitcoins from the BTC network (or lightning network) to an EVM chain like Ethereum, Avalanche or Optimism. Can Metamask hold Bitcoins?