Installation
HyperEVM Installation Guide
Step-by-step instructions to set up and interact with HyperEVM, ensuring a smooth onboarding process for developers.
Prerequisites
Before You Start
Ensure you have the following installed
- Node.js: Version 14 or later
- npm: Comes with Node.js
- MetaMask: Browser extension wallet
Installation Steps
1
Install Node.js
Set up Node.js for development
Details:
- Download from nodejs.org
- Version 14 or later required
- npm comes with Node.js
node --version
npm --version2
Install MetaMask
Add MetaMask browser extension
Details:
- Download from metamask.io
- Create or import wallet
- Secure your seed phrase
3
Add HyperEVM Network
Configure MetaMask for HyperEVM
Details:
- Network Name: Hyperliquid
- RPC URL: https://rpc.hyperliquid.xyz/evm
- Chain ID: 999
- Currency: HYPE
Chain ID: 999
RPC URL: https://rpc.hyperliquid.xyz/evm4
Get HYPE Tokens
Acquire HYPE for gas fees
Details:
- Buy HYPE with USDC on Hyperliquid
- Transfer to HyperEVM via bridge
- Bridge address: 0x2222222222222222222222222222222222222222
Block Explorers
Hyperevmscan
Official HyperEVM block explorer
Purrsec
Alternative block explorer
Hyperscan
Community block explorer
Testnet Setup
HyperEVM Testnet
For development and testing
Network Details:
- • Network Name: Hyperliquid Testnet
- • RPC URL: https://rpc.hyperliquid-testnet.xyz/evm
- • Chain ID: 998
- • Currency: HYPE
Getting Testnet Tokens:
- • Use the official testnet faucet
- • Free HYPE tokens for testing
- • No real value tokens
What's Next?
Deploy Your First Contract
Learn how to deploy smart contracts to HyperEVM
Learn HyperEVM Architecture
Understand the dual-block architecture and features
✅ Installation Complete!
You're now ready to start building on HyperEVM! Your development environment is set up and configured.
Additional Resources
Official Documentation
Community Support