HyperEVM Basics

HyperEVM is the EVM-compatible layer of the Hyperliquid blockchain. If this is your first time exploring HyperEVM, here’s everything you need to get started.

Add HyperEVM to Your Wallet

To interact with apps and assets on HyperEVM, you’ll first need to add it to your wallet (e.g. MetaMask).

Easiest Option: Use Chainlist - one click, and you’re in.

Manual Setup: Go to your wallet > “Add Network” or “Custom RPC” and enter:

• Network Name: Hyperliquid

• Chain ID: 999; any other number will land to testnet

• RPC URL: https://rpc.hyperliquid.xyz/evm

• Currency Symbol: HYPE

• Block Explorers (optional):

  • https://hyperevmscan.io (preferred)

  • https://purrsec.com

  • https://www.hyperscan.com