Base
Coinbase-incubated L2 built on the OP Stack. Extremely low fees and growing rapidly. Great for beginners entering the Ethereum ecosystem.
L2
ETH
Chain ID: 8453
Network Specifications
- Consensus
- Optimistic Rollup (OP Stack)
- Block Time
- ~2 seconds
- Typical Gas Cost
- <$0.01
- Native Token
- ETH
Best For
Beginners, low-cost transactions, Coinbase users
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Base used for?+
Base is a L2 blockchain used for decentralized applications, token transfers, and smart contracts. Different users choose Base for different reasons — check the "Best For" section above to see where it excels compared to other networks.
How much does it cost to use Base?+
Typical transaction fees on Base are <$0.01. Fees vary based on network congestion and transaction complexity. Simple transfers cost less than smart contract interactions like swaps or mints. Use our Gas Fee Estimator tool for current estimates.
Which wallets work with Base?+
Multiple wallets support Base — see the "Compatible Wallets" section above for the full list. For EVM-compatible chains, MetaMask and Rabby are popular choices. Check our Wallet Compatibility Checker for detailed comparisons.
Is Base secure?+
Base uses Optimistic Rollup (OP Stack) for security. As a Layer 2, it inherits security from Ethereum while adding its own validation layer. No blockchain is immune to bugs or attacks, but Base has an established track record.
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