For over a decade, Kraken has provided users with a safe way to engage in the world of crypto, helping usher in a new financial era. Today, this mission takes a step further with Ink, an OP Stack Layer 2 (L2) blockchain providing security and safety for crypto enthusiasts to engage in the world of DeFi.
And developers, we want you to be a part of it.
Ink Testnet Overview
This invitation begins with the Ink testnet.
A testnet is an instance of the main network, used for testing and research purposes. Here, developers can deploy new products, scan for bugs, and scan for vulnerabilities with no real stakes at stake.
The Ink testnet runs on Sepolia, an Ethereum proof-of-stake testnet that mimics mainnet functionality. Sepolia is the recommended testnet for Ethereum developers and is supported by the Ethereum Foundation.
Our testnet simulates the future Ink mainnet environment. It has a block explorer, ready-to-go RPC endpoints, an easy-to-use bridge so you can connect your Sepolia ETH to Ink, and many other typical infrastructure you’ll find on the mainnet.
We invite you to try it. Here are some resources to get you started.
Resources
How to view the Ink testnet in Kraken Wallet
Kraken Wallet natively supports unified multi-chain access to all networks that have been enabled. The Ink testnet is fully supported in the latest version of Kraken Wallet.
To add the Ink testnet ETH token to your Kraken Wallet asset list, follow these steps:
- Update Kraken Wallet to the latest version in your app store
- Log in to your Kraken wallet, go to Assets and tap Manage.
- Locate Ethereum – Sepolia Testnet in the drop-down menu, or in the search bar type Eth and select Ethereum – Sepolia Testnet (look for the Ink logo to ensure you select the correct one).
- Return to the home screen to find “Ethereum – Sepolia Testnet” in the assets list.
The Ink testnet ETH token has now been added to your asset list in Kraken Wallet. You do not need to change any settings to use the network.
How to add Ink testnet to MetaMask
To add the Ink testnet to your MetaMask portfolio, follow these steps:
- Log in to your MetaMask wallet, go to Networks and tap Add Network.
- Tap Custom Networks and add the following information:
- Tap Add
- A screen will appear with the header Add Custom Network. Tap the solid blue button at the bottom that says Confirm.
- A screen will appear with the heading New Network Added.
The Ink testnet has now been added to your MetaMask wallet. You can switch to it as needed.
How to connect Sepolia ETH to Ink
To connect Sepolia ETH to the Ink testnet, follow these steps:
- Get Sepolia ETH from any of the available public faucets.
- Send this Sepolia ETH to the L1StandardBridge contract address: 0xC0d337f71aD19a8f17a1b297cDb3a86c5EEf9Eec
Our operational Ink node will automatically pick up L1 transactions and process them to the L2 state. Once the process is complete, you will see your Sepolia ETH on the Ink testnet.
Contractual addresses
Testnet L1 Contracts
L2 Testnet Contracts
Blockchain Explorer Address
Blockchain Explorer URL:
Let’s ink the future together
Testnets offer interested developers a valuable opportunity to test their code, and Ink’s is no different. Inspired by Kraken’s commitment to security and innovation, Ink will work to usher in the future of finance, one decentralized application at a time.
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