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Zcash Testnet

RPC Endpoints

Chain ID: ZEC · ZEC

Other Zcash networks:Mainnet
How to add Zcash to MetaMask or other wallets

Zcash Testnet uses ZEC as its native currency. Chain ID: NaN (ZEC). Below are 2 public RPC endpoints you can use to connect wallets, dApps, and developer tools to Zcash Testnet.

StatusRPC EndpointChain IDCurrencyExplorerWallet
Checking
https://testnet.lightwalletd.com:9067
ZECZECExplorer
Checking
https://zcash-testnet.gateway.tatum.io
ZECZECExplorer

Connect to Zcash Testnet with ethers.js

import { ethers } from "ethers";

const provider = new ethers.JsonRpcProvider("https://testnet.lightwalletd.com:9067");

const network = await provider.getNetwork();
console.log(network.chainId); // NaNn

Zcash Testnet — common questions

What is the RPC URL for Zcash Testnet?
There are 2 public RPC endpoints for Zcash Testnet, including https://testnet.lightwalletd.com:9067. See the full list in the table above.
What is the Chain ID for Zcash Testnet?
The Chain ID for Zcash Testnet is NaN (ZEC in hexadecimal).
What is the native currency of Zcash Testnet?
The native currency of Zcash Testnet is ZEC.
How do I add Zcash Testnet to MetaMask?
Use the "Add to Wallet" button on this page to add Zcash Testnet to MetaMask automatically, or follow our step-by-step guide for Zcash.