zkSync is a Layer-2 protocol that scales Ethereum with cutting-edge ZK tech. Our mission is not only to merely increase Ethereum’s throughput, but to fully preserve its foundational values — freedom, self-sovereignty, decentralization — at scale.
Step 1: Add Zksync Era to your MetaMask
To be able to create a token on the Zksync Era, you need to add the Zksync Erato your MetaMask account or the wallet of your choice. As we are creating a smart contract, we will be using the integrated Zksync Era.
Open the “Networks” Page in Metamask and click on “Add network”. Then, you need to fill in the information below according to whether you plan to issue your token on the Zksync Era or testnet. When issuing your token on the Zksync Era, creating and transferring your token is free as fees are charged in Zksync faucet coins.
or Use cointool to quickly add
How much does it cost to create a Zksync token? The most basic Zksync token costs 0.1 ETH when creating it using CoinTool.
Once you have set your wallet to the designated network, make sure to have enough ETH coins in your wallet. As you have to pay network and transaction fees in ETH, the transaction will only go through if you have sufficient funds available.
First, open cointool.app and connect your wallet to CoinTool by clicking on the “Connect Wallet” button at the top right. A pop up window will appear with the multiple supported wallet options. Select the wallet of your choice.
Please select the configuration options according to your needs
Now, you need to specify your tokens basic and additional features. After reviewing the information you filled in, click on “Create Token” to deploy your token to the Zksync Era blockchain. As soon as you agree to CoinTool’s Terms and Conditions and confirm the transaction, your token will be automatically created and transferred to your wallet.
Congratulations! Your token has been successfully deployed to the Zksync Era network.
