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    Base Network Guide

    The fastest-growing Layer 2 for meme coins. Backed by Coinbase, powered by Optimism, and home to viral hits like BRETT and AIXBT.

    Why Base Network for Meme Coins?

    Base launched in 2023 as Coinbase's Layer 2 and quickly became the hottest chain for meme coins. It combines Ethereum's security with ultra-low fees and instant access to Coinbase's massive user base.

    Coinbase Backed

    Direct connection to millions of Coinbase users

    Low Fees

    $0.01-0.10 per transaction, 100x cheaper than Ethereum

    Fastest Growth

    10x+ user growth in 2024-2025

    Unique Advantage: Tokens that gain traction on Base often get fast-tracked for Coinbase listings, giving them instant credibility and liquidity.

    Clanker Launchpad

    Clanker is Base's premier token launchpad. It's streamlined, efficient, and designed specifically for the Base ecosystem.

    Clanker Features

    • • Ultra-low launch cost (~0.001 ETH)
    • • Ethereum-compatible (use MetaMask)
    • • Automatic Uniswap V3 integration
    • • Built for Base network optimizations
    • • Active Base community support

    Alternative: Pump.fun on Base

    Pump.fun recently expanded to Base network, bringing their popular bonding curve model to the ecosystem. Now you can choose between Clanker's simplicity or Pump.fun's proven mechanics.

    Base Success Stories

    Brett

    Brett (BRETT)

    Based on Boy's Club character

    Peak Market Cap:

    $1.2B+

    ROI from Launch:

    100,000%+

    T

    Toshi (TOSHI)

    Named after Coinbase CEO's cat, Base community mascot

    Peak Market Cap:

    $300M+

    ROI from Launch:

    50,000%+

    Getting Started on Base

    1

    Add Base to MetaMask

    Visit base.org and click "Add to MetaMask"
    2

    Bridge ETH to Base

    Use Coinbase or Base Bridge (bridge.base.org)
    3

    Start Trading

    Trade on Uniswap or use Clanker to launch your own token!