> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.microbuddies.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.microbuddies.io/how-to/connecting-to-polygon.md).

# Connecting to Polygon

In order to connect to Polygon, you must add a custom RPC to MetaMask. Follow the steps below to get setup!

1\. In MetaMask, click the network selection dropdown and select "Custom RPC".

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2\. On the Settings page that opens, add the following:

* **Network Name**: Polygon Mainnet
* **New RPC URL**: <https://polygon-rpc.com/>
* **Chain ID**: 137
* **Currency Symbol**: MATIC
* **Block Explorer**: <https://polygonscan.com/>

3\. You're all set! "Polygon Mainnet" should now be an option in the network selection dropdown!&#x20;

**Additional tips**:

* You can bridge ETH to the Polygon blockchain using <https://wallet.matic.network/bridge/> or <https://bridge.umbria.network/bridge/ethereum-polygon/eth>.
* You can then change ETH into MATIC for paying gas fees using <https://wallet.polygon.technology/gas-swap>
* You can purchase MicroBuddies with your bridged ETH from other players at <https://opensea.io/collection/microbuddies>
* You can also swap your ETH for even more MATIC on [QuickSwap](https://quickswap.exchange/#/swap?inputCurrency=0x7ceB23fD6bC0adD59E62ac25578270cFf1b9f619).

Enjoy!