# 01. First Steps **BASE** network is a Layer 2 solution built by Coinbase on Ethereum using the OP stack in collaboration with Optimism. The possibility of airdorp has never been confirmed but there is a good chance that actions on the network will be rewarded with an official token in the future. ### Add Base to Metamask wallet You can add Base network to your wallet using [**chainlist.org**](https://chainlist.org/?search=base). Simply search for base and add network as you can see on screen below.