Getting started
Get started on Shape Testnet
Set up your wallet
Connect Wallet
Connect via shape.network website: click on the “Add Shape Tesnet” button, this will trigger MetaMask (or your wallet provider extension of choice).
If you don't have MetaMask installed, you'll be prompted to install it first.
Approve Connection
In the MetaMask popup, review the connection request.
Click "Connect" to approve.
Switch Network
You'll be prompted to switch to the Shape Sepolia network.
If the network isn't listed, add it manually with these details:
Network Name:
Shape Sepolia
RPC Endpoint:
https://sepolia.shape.network/
Chain ID:
11011
Currency Symbol:
ETH
Get Test ETH
You'll need test ETH to interact with the network. There are two main ways to get it:
Bridge ETH from Ethereum Sepolia
Use Shape bridge.
Connect your wallet and ensure you're on the Ethereum Sepolia network.
Specify the amount of ETH you want to bridge.
Confirm the transaction and wait for it to be processed.
Use faucets
Get Sepolia ETH from Alchemy's faucet: Alchemy Sepolia Faucet
Use the Superchain faucet [coming soon]
Verify Your Balance
Open MetaMask and ensure you're connected to the Shape Sepolia network.
Check your ETH balance. If you don't see it, try adding the token manually using the contract address: 0x4200000000000000000000000000000000000006
Explore the Block Explorer
Familiarize yourself with the Shape Sepolia explorer:
Use it to check transaction status, contract interactions, and network activity.
You’re all set!