What Makes a Token an ERC20 Token?
Any token built on the Ethereum blockchain following the ERC20 standard is an ERC20 token. Because they all follow the same standard, every ERC20 token is stored and received at your single Ethereum (ERC20) wallet address.
USDT (Tether) — ERC20 Version
USDT is the world's most widely used stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to the US dollar. Its ERC20 version runs on Ethereum. When using USDT, always confirm you're selecting the ERC20 network, not TRC20 or BEP20.
USDC (USD Coin)
USDC is a regulated stablecoin issued by Circle and Coinbase, also pegged to the US dollar. It is fully backed by audited reserves and widely accepted on DeFi platforms.
LINK (Chainlink)
LINK is the native token of the Chainlink decentralized oracle network, which provides real-world data to smart contracts. It is a core infrastructure token in the DeFi ecosystem.
UNI (Uniswap)
UNI is the governance token of Uniswap, one of the largest decentralized exchanges. Holders can vote on protocol proposals.
SHIB (Shiba Inu)
SHIB is a meme-inspired ERC20 token that grew into a large ecosystem. It became one of the largest tokens by market cap.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ERC20 tokens exist?
There are hundreds of thousands of ERC20 tokens on Ethereum, ranging from major DeFi protocols to small projects.
Can any ERC20 token be stored in MetaMask?
Yes. MetaMask supports all ERC20 tokens. If a token doesn't appear automatically, you can add it manually using the contract address found on Etherscan.