> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.clv.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.clv.org/use-clv-chain/beginners-guide/setup-metamask-wallet.md).

# Setup Metamask Wallet

### Installing Metamask

If you have not yet installed MetaMask on your Chrome, Brave or Firefox browser, please do so via [**this link**](https://metamask.io/).

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Remember to save your password and seed phrase in a secure location. 

**Never share this information with anyone.**
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### Connect Metamask to CLV Chain

1. Login to MetaMask 
2. In the top right corner of the page, select the Network dropdown menu.
3. Select **Add Network**.
4. Continue to fill in the CLV Network information:\
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   \- **Network Name:** CLV Parachain\
   \- **New RPC URL:** <https://api-para.clover.finance\\>
   \- **Chain ID:** 1024\
   \- **Symbol:** CLV\
   \- **Explorer:** <https://clvscan.com/>
5. Select **Save**.

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### Add CLV Compatible Tokens

All your CLV compatible tokens will be viewable in this network once you have imported the token information.&#x20;

1. Navigate to the bottom of the CLV Network page in MetaMask and select **Import Token**.&#x20;
2. Enter the information for the token you wish to import (you can find this on blockchain explorers such as [CLVscan](https://clvscan.com/)).&#x20;
3. The token information will usually autofill. Always double-check the token contract address to make sure it is not a fake version.&#x20;
4. Select **Add Custom Token** to save.&#x20;

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IMPORTANT: To use the CLV chain, you must have $CLV for transaction gas fees. **0.02 $CLV** is recommended, it will be more than enough to get you started on CLV Chain. See how you can [withdraw and bridge $CLV to CLV Parachain.](/use-clv-chain/beginners-guide/how-to-get-usdclv.md)
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