If you spend time around NFT mints, onchain media, or creator coins, you’ve probably bumped into Zora. Zora Network is a dedicated blockchain built for creative work onchain, and if you want to mint, collect, or interact with anything on it, you’ll need it in your wallet first. In this guide, you’ll learn what Zora Network is, why you’d add it to MetaMask, and how to set it up step by step — the fast way and the manual way.
We’ll cover the exact network details (as of this guide’s writing), how to confirm everything connected correctly, and the common mistakes people make when adding a custom network. The whole process takes about five minutes if you know where to click.
id=”what-is-zora-network”>What Zora Network Is
Zora Network is a Layer 2 blockchain built on the OP Stack, the same technology framework that powers several popular Ethereum scaling networks. It was launched by the team behind Zora, a platform focused on bringing creative work — art, music, videos, and more — fully onchain as NFTs and collectible media.
Think of it this way: Ethereum’s main network can get expensive when lots of people use it, which makes minting a cheap collectible impractical. A Layer 2 like Zora Network handles transactions off the main Ethereum chain and batches them, keeping costs low while still benefiting from Ethereum’s security. For a chain built around thousands of small mints, that’s essential.
The native currency of Zora Network is ETH. That’s a point worth underlining, because not every network uses ETH for gas — some have their own tokens. On Zora, you’ll pay tiny amounts of ETH for each transaction, just denominated on Zora’s Layer 2 instead of Ethereum mainnet.
As of this guide’s writing, Zora Network’s publicly documented network details are:
- Network name: Zora
- Chain ID: 7777777
- RPC URL: https://rpc.zora.energy
- Block explorer: https://explorer.zora.energy
- Native currency: ETH (18 decimals)
A quick note on the RPC URL and explorer: these addresses are the ones published in widely used chain-configuration tooling and indexers as of this guide’s writing. Network parameters can change over time, so before you paste anything into your wallet, double-check the current values against an official Zora source. Type the address yourself in your browser rather than clicking links from social media or chat apps — more on that in the phishing warning below.
One more thing to know: the chain ID 7777777 is distinctive. When MetaMask asks you to confirm a new network, the chain ID is your fingerprint check — it’s what proves you’re adding the real Zora Network and not an imposter.
Why Add Zora to MetaMask
MetaMask doesn’t list every blockchain by default. Out of the box, it shows Ethereum mainnet and a handful of popular networks, but smaller or newer chains — including Zora — have to be added manually. If you try to interact with a Zora-based app without the network configured, you’ll typically get an error like “unsupported chain” or the app will just fail silently.
You’d want Zora in your MetaMask if any of the following sound like you:
- You collect creator coins or media NFTs. Zora’s ecosystem centers on collectible media — mints happen on Zora Network, so your wallet needs the chain to hold and display them.
- You mint your own work. If you’re an artist, musician, or writer publishing on Zora, your minting transactions live on Zora Network.
- You bridge funds across chains. Moving ETH to Zora (or back) requires your wallet to speak the network’s language first.
- You explore new apps. Many NFT and onchain-social apps deploy on Zora; having the network ready saves you a configuration scramble mid-session.
The good news: adding a network to MetaMask doesn’t move any funds and doesn’t change anything about your existing accounts. Your address is the same on every network — only the balance shown and the apps available differ per chain. So there’s no risk of “losing” anything by adding Zora; you’re just giving your wallet a new view of the same account.
Method 1: Let the App Add It for You
The easiest route doesn’t involve typing a single RPC detail. Most legitimate Zora-based apps — marketplaces, minting pages, bridges — can ask MetaMask to add Zora Network automatically. When you connect your wallet or try to switch to Zora, MetaMask pops up a request like “Allow this site to add a network?”
Here’s the catch that matters for your safety: this only works when you trust the site. A malicious website can ask MetaMask to add a fake network that looks like Zora but points to attacker-controlled infrastructure. So the rule is simple: only approve network-add requests from sites you’re certain are genuine. If a random link or a DM sends you somewhere you’ve never heard of and it immediately asks to add a network, decline and close the tab.
When you do trust the site, the flow looks like this:
- Open the trusted Zora app and click “Connect wallet.”
- Choose MetaMask and approve the connection.
- If the app needs Zora Network, MetaMask shows an “Add network” prompt with the chain’s details.
- Review the details — check the chain ID reads 7777777 — then approve.
- MetaMask switches to Zora automatically. You’re done.
This takes about thirty seconds. If the site is the official Zora platform or another well-known app, this is honestly the safest method, because the chain ID gets verified against what the real site expects. Just never approve an “add network” prompt from a site you don’t fully trust.
Method 2: Add Zora Manually (Step by Step)
Prefer to do it yourself, or using MetaMask on mobile? The manual method takes a few minutes and gives you full control. As of this guide’s writing, the network details below are the published Zora Network values — but verify them against an official Zora source before you finish, since endpoints can change.
Step 1 — Open MetaMask and find the network menu. Click the network dropdown at the top of the MetaMask window (it usually says “Ethereum Mainnet”). Select “Add network” or “Add a custom network,” depending on your MetaMask version.
Step 2 — Switch to the manual form. MetaMask may offer a search box for popular networks. Zora might appear there — but if it doesn’t, or you want to enter everything by hand, look for “Add a network manually” at the bottom of the dialog.
Step 3 — Fill in the fields. Enter the following:
- Network name: Zora
- New RPC URL: https://rpc.zora.energy
- Chain ID: 7777777
- Currency symbol: ETH
- Block explorer URL (optional): https://explorer.zora.energy
Step 4 — Double-check the chain ID. This is the one field attackers can’t fake without you noticing. It must read exactly 7777777 — seven digits, all sevens. If it’s anything else, stop.
Step 5 — Save. Click “Save” (or “Add”). MetaMask adds Zora and usually switches to it immediately.
That’s it. You can add as many custom networks as you like; MetaMask keeps them in a list and you switch between them from the same dropdown.
| Auto-add (via trusted app) | Manual add | |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | About 30 seconds | About 3–5 minutes |
| Typing required | None | You enter all fields |
| Error risk | Low (site supplies details) | Medium (typos possible — check carefully) |
| Phishing risk | Higher if the site is untrusted | Lower — you control the values |
| Best for | Known, official apps | First-timers, mobile, or cautious users |
| Key check | Chain ID shows 7777777 | Chain ID shows 7777777 |
How to Verify It Worked
Adding a network is only half the job — you want to confirm it actually points at the real Zora Network. Here’s a quick verification routine:
- Check the dropdown. The network list should now show “Zora.” Select it and confirm your address is displayed the same as on other networks.
- Open the block explorer. From Zora’s network view in MetaMask, look for the “View on block explorer” link (or type the explorer address yourself) and paste your address in. If your address resolves on the explorer, you’re connected to the real chain.
- Compare the chain ID. You can find your current network’s chain ID in MetaMask’s settings under “Networks.” It should read 7777777 while Zora is selected.
- Do a dry run. Before bridging real funds, try a tiny test: many Zora apps let you view collectibles or mint free items with negligible gas. A successful low-cost transaction confirms everything works.
If anything looks off — a different chain ID, an explorer that shows nothing, balances that don’t match what you expect — remove the network and re-add it from verified details. In MetaMask’s network settings you can delete a custom network at any time; this doesn’t affect your funds, only the wallet’s view.
One more useful habit: if you’ve added Zora on your browser extension, you’ll need to add it separately in the MetaMask mobile app too. Networks don’t sync between devices.
If you later need to move between chains, it’s worth reading our guide on how to switch networks in MetaMask safely so you don’t accidentally send assets on the wrong one. And if you’re setting up several L2s, our walkthrough on adding Polygon to MetaMask follows the same pattern — the steps generalize to almost any EVM network.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Mistake 1: Typing the chain ID wrong. 7777777 is easy to mistype as 777777 or 77777777. MetaMask will reject a wrong chain ID for known networks in some cases, but don’t rely on that — read it back before saving.
Mistake 2: Sending funds before verifying. Bridging ETH to a misconfigured network can strand funds where you can’t see or spend them. Always verify first, then test with a small amount.
Mistake 3: Approving network prompts from untrusted sites. As covered above, a malicious site can push a fake network into your wallet. Treat “add network” requests like transaction signatures: only approve from sources you trust.
Mistake 4: Confusing Zora Network with the Zora app. “Zora” is both a platform (the website/app where you mint and collect) and a blockchain (Zora Network, where the transactions settle). You can use the Zora app with other networks connected too — but interacting with Zora Network assets requires the chain in your wallet.
Mistake 5: Expecting your ETH balance to carry over. Your ETH on Ethereum mainnet does not appear on Zora automatically. Each network has its own balance; moving funds requires a bridge transaction. Seeing “0 ETH” on Zora right after adding it is completely normal — nothing is missing.
Mistake 6: Using a random RPC from a forum. Public RPC endpoints listed on random blogs or Telegram groups can be malicious or simply dead. Stick to the officially published endpoint (as of this guide’s writing, https://rpc.zora.energy, re-verify before use) or one from a reputable provider. If the official RPC ever feels slow, switching to a different reputable endpoint is fine — just make sure you trust the source.
For another EVM L2 walkthrough with the same manual-add pattern, see our guide to adding Soneium to MetaMask — comparing two setups side by side is a good way to make the process second nature.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Bottom Line
Adding Zora Network to MetaMask takes a few minutes and comes down to one critical detail: the chain ID 7777777. Whether you let a trusted app add it automatically or enter the details manually, verify that number before you approve anything, and you’ll be set to explore Zora’s onchain creative ecosystem.
Once Zora is in your wallet, confirm it with the block explorer, start with a tiny test transaction before moving real funds, and stay alert to phishing prompts from untrusted sites. With those habits in place, you’re ready to mint, collect, and explore.
This guide is for education only — not financial advice.
