We’re excited to announce the launch of TRON on MetaMask, the latest network in our multichain expansion joining Ethereum, Bitcoin, Solana, Base, and Sei.
This means you can now trade TRON based tokens like USDT and stake TRX, all from inside your MetaMask wallet.
Essential TRON info
Tron’s native token is TRX. When you stake TRX on MetaMask Mobile App, you'll earn Bandwidth and Energy, both of which can be used in place of typical transaction fees. (Staking TRX is currently only supported on mobile.)
Bandwidth: Measures the size of a transaction in bytes.
Energy: Measures how much computation a smart contract call needs.
If you don’t have enough Bandwidth or Energy for a given transaction, no sweat. TRX will just be deducted as a fee to cover this amount.
How do I start using Tron?
All you have to do is update MetaMask Mobile App or Extension to the latest version, and a Tron address will automatically be generated within your multichain account.
Ready to trade on Tron? Update MetaMask now and get started.
FAQs about TRON
Yes, MetaMask now supports TRON accounts for direct management. Simply update the MetaMask Mobile App or MetaMask Extension to the latest version to get started. A TRON address will automatically be added to your multichain accounts. For more info about importing existing TRON addresses, visit MetaMask Support’s TRON guide.
TRON is a blockchain network built for:
• Sending and trading tokens like TRX and USDT
• Staking its native cryptocurrency, TRX
• Building and exploring decentralized apps across its ecosystem
TRX serves as TRON’s main token for transaction fees and network activity.
TRON uses a Delegated Proof of Stake (DPoS) consensus system. TRX holders vote for 27 Super Representatives who produce blocks approximately every 3 seconds. The TRON Virtual Machine executes smart contracts to power apps and services across the network.
DPoS is a consensus mechanism that relies on a limited number of elected validators, called Super Representatives, to create and validate blocks. TRX holders stake tokens to vote for these representatives, helping secure the network and keep transactions fast and efficient.
TRON has a capped TRX supply to manage inflation and maintain network stability. Staking and token burns influence the circulating amount, which can be viewed using blockchain explorers.
TRX is the core utility token of the TRON network. It powers transactions, smart contracts, and staking activities. Users spend TRX for bandwidth (to cover transfer fees) and energy (to run complex operations), and can also stake it to earn yield and network resources.
TRX staking allows users to vote for Super Representatives and earn TRX yields, bandwidth, and energy in return. Yield varies depending on the performance of the chosen representatives.
Currently, staking TRX is supported on the MetaMask Mobile App. Once staked, the generated resources can be used to trade and transact seamlessly through MetaMask Extension. For instructions, check MetaMask Support’s TRON guide.
Super Representatives elected nodes responsible for maintaining block production and security on TRON. TRX holders participate in governance by voting for 27 Super Representatives, and share in the staking yield they produce.
TRON supports DeFi lending platforms, NFT marketplaces, games, and payment apps powered by its smart contracts and high-speed network.
TRC-10 tokens are created natively within the TRON protocol, while TRC-20 tokens follow Ethereum’s ERC-20 design, used for assets such as USDT or other DeFi tokens.
Yes. TRON supports Solidity, the same programming language as Ethereum, making contract migration and multichain development simple.
Yes, MetaMask’s Crosschain Swaps (AKA bridges) allow TRX and TRC-20 tokens to move between TRON, Ethereum, BNB Chain, and other networks, extending DeFi flexibility and interoperability.
MetaMask natively supports TRON accounts, enabling users to manage TRX and TRC-20 tokens, stake TRX, and transact across networks, all from the same multichain wallet.
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