In short
You don't need to "connect" MetaMask to CoinGate Gift Cards - instead, you copy the payment address shown at checkout and send ETH or USDC directly from your MetaMask wallet.
Make sure the Ethereum network is selected in both the checkout and in MetaMask before you send, and enter the exact amount shown.
Once your transaction is confirmed on the Ethereum blockchain, your gift card code is delivered automatically - usually within a few minutes.
How to pay with MetaMask - step by step
Step 1 - Choose your gift card and select crypto payment
Go to CoinGate Gift Cards, pick the gift card you want to buy, and proceed to checkout. When prompted to choose a payment method, select cryptocurrency.
Step 2 - Select ETH or USDC as your currency
From the list of accepted cryptocurrencies, choose Ethereum (ETH) or USD Coin (USDC) - both are supported by MetaMask on the Ethereum Mainnet. Confirm the network shown at checkout matches Ethereum Mainnet before continuing.
Step 3 - Copy the payment address and exact amount
A unique payment address and exact payment amount will appear on screen. Use the copy button next to each value - do not type the address manually, as a single wrong character means funds go to the wrong place.
Step 4 - Open MetaMask and initiate the send
Open your MetaMask wallet (browser extension or mobile app), tap "Send", and paste the copied payment address. Enter the exact amount shown at checkout, then verify that MetaMask is set to Ethereum Mainnet before moving on.
Important: Always double-check the wallet address and blockchain network before confirming. Crypto payments cannot be reversed if sent to the wrong address or the wrong network.
Step 5 - Confirm the transaction and wait for your code
Review the transaction details in MetaMask, approve the gas fee shown, and confirm. Once the transaction is confirmed on the blockchain, your gift card code will be sent to your email and displayed in your order summary - this usually takes just a few minutes.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to connect MetaMask to CoinGate Gift Cards?
No - there is no wallet connection or approval needed. You copy the payment address from checkout and send the funds manually from MetaMask, just like any regular crypto transfer.
Which MetaMask network should I use?
Use Ethereum Mainnet - the default MetaMask network. Do not switch to Layer 2 networks like Polygon, Arbitrum, or Optimism unless they are explicitly listed as payment options at checkout.
Why hasn't my gift card arrived after paying with MetaMask?
If your transaction is confirmed on-chain but no code has arrived, check your spam folder and allow up to 15 minutes. If it has been longer, contact CoinGate Gift Cards support and include your transaction hash so the team can look into it.
What gas fees should I expect when paying with MetaMask?
Gas fees vary depending on Ethereum network congestion at the time you pay. MetaMask shows the estimated fee before you confirm - you pay gas on top of the gift card amount, so factor this into your total.
Can I use MetaMask Mobile instead of the browser extension?
Yes - MetaMask Mobile works the same way. Copy the payment address and amount from checkout, open the MetaMask Mobile app, tap Send, paste the address, enter the amount, and confirm on Ethereum Mainnet.
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