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The Polygon Amoy testnet is the latest testing environment for developers building on Polygon. If you're experimenting with smart contracts or dApps, you'll need USDC on Polygon Amoy and some test MATIC to simulate transactions.
The popularity of Polygon has exploded in the blockchain space. As of 2026, Polygon processes over 2.5 million transactions per day and has secured over $5 billion in total value locked (TVL) across its ecosystem. Developers and learners alike rely on testnets like Polygon Amoy to experiment with smart contracts, build decentralized applications (dApps), and simulate real-world activity.
If you're planning to deploy or test your dApp on Polygon, you'll need test MATIC (used for gas fees) and test USDC (to mimic stablecoin transactions). This guide walks you through the entire process—with verified 2026 network details—step by step.
The Polygon Amoy testnet is the official test network for the Polygon PoS chain, launched in 2024 to replace the deprecated Mumbai testnet. Its network name in wallets and explorers is "Polygon Amoy Testnet"—this is the correct identifier you'll use when adding it to MetaMask or any other wallet.
Polygon Amoy mirrors Polygon's mainnet features but uses test tokens like MATIC and USDC for safe experimentation. Developers use USDC Polygon Amoy to test stablecoin transactions before deploying to production.
• MATIC on Amoy is used to pay gas fees for transactions, just like on the mainnet.
• USDC test tokens let developers test payment flows, lending, borrowing, or stablecoin-related transactions.
• Network name: "Polygon Amoy "Testnet"—ChainID 80002 (not to be confused with mainnet chain ID 137 or the deprecated Mumbai testnet at 80001).
This is the complete configuration you need for MetaMask, Hardhat, Foundry, or any other development tool. All values are verified as of June 2026.
Most developers use MetaMask because it’s user-friendly and widely supported. By default, MetaMask doesn’t include the Amoy testnet, so you’ll need to add it manually.
Here’s how:
Now your wallet is connected to Amoy.
You can’t do anything on Amoy without test MATIC since it covers gas fees. Luckily, Polygon provides faucets that give out free tokens.
Here’s how to claim:
💡 Pro Tip: Most faucets let you claim around 0.1 to 1 test MATIC per request. If you need more, wait a few hours and request again.
Next up: test USDC. Developers need this stablecoin for payment simulations.
To claim USDC on Amoy:
Once confirmed, your wallet should show both MATIC and USDC balances.
Sometimes, USDC won’t appear automatically in MetaMask. You’ll need to add the token manually.
Now, your wallet should show both MATIC and USDC test tokens.
Here’s the fun part—moving tokens. If you requested from the faucet, the tokens already arrive in your wallet. But if you’re testing transfers between accounts or contracts, you’ll need to send them manually.
Steps to transfer tokens:
That’s it! Within seconds, your tokens are transferred on the Amoy testnet.
After moving tokens, it’s smart to double-check if everything worked.
This helps you verify that tokens were actually sent and received.
You might be wondering—why go through all this?
Testing on Amoy is the perfect way to get comfortable before launching live.
❌ Issue 1: Faucet not working
Try again after 24 hours—faucets have strict daily limits per address and IP. Use Alchemy or Quick Node's Amoy faucets as backups. If rate limits persist, try a fresh wallet address.
❌ Issue 2: USDC not showing in MetaMask
Import the token contract manually (Step 4). Double-check the Amoy USDC contract address from the official Polygon faucet page—not a third-party source.
❌ Issue 3: Transaction stuck as pending
Go to MetaMask → Settings → Advanced → Reset Account. This clears the nonce queue without affecting your tokens or addresses. Re-submit the transaction after resetting.
❌ Issue 4: "Wrong network" error in your dApp
Make sure your dApp's network config uses Chain ID 80002 for Amoy. A mismatch between wallet network and dApp config is the most common cause of this error.
❌ Issue 5: RPC connection failing
The public RPC (rpc-amoy.polygon.technology) has rate limits under heavy usage. Use a private RPC endpoint from Alchemy or Infura—both offer free Amoy endpoints—for consistent throughput during development.
Moving test MATIC and USDC tokens to your wallet on Polygon Amoy isn’t complicated—it just takes a few steps. By setting up MetaMask, using the faucet, and verifying tokens, you’re ready to simulate real-world dApp interactions without risking real money.
Whether you’re testing NFT marketplaces, DeFi apps, or simple token transfers, Amoy gives you a safe playground to build, break, and improve.
So, why wait? Fire up MetaMask, grab those test tokens, and start experimenting with the future of Web3!
The official network name is Polygon Amoy Testnet. The chain ID is 80002, and the currency symbol is MATIC. It replaced the Mumbai Testnet (Chain ID 80001) in 2024. This is the name you enter in MetaMask's "Add Network" dialog.
The official documentation is maintained by Polygon Labs at docs.polygon.technology. For wallet setup, including MetaMask, navigate to Tools → Wallets → MetaMask → Add Polygon Network. For faucet access, visit faucet.polygon.technology and select the Amoy network.
RPC URL: https://rpc-amoy.polygon.technology
Chain ID: 80002
Block Explorer: https://www.oklink.com/amoy
Official Faucet: https://faucet.polygon.technology
Official Docs: https://docs.polygon.technology
For Hardhat, set chainId: 80002 in your network configuration.
Polygon Amoy is a testnet where developers can test dApps and transactions using free test tokens before deploying to the Polygon mainnet.
Visit faucet.polygon.technology, select Amoy Testnet, choose MATIC, and submit your wallet address. You'll typically receive test MATIC within about 30 seconds. The daily limit is approximately 0.5 MATIC per address.
No. Test tokens have no real-world value and cannot be transferred or bridged to the Polygon mainnet.
Even on testnets, gas fees are required to validate transactions and maintain network security. On Amoy, gas fees are paid using test MATIC and cost only fractions of a cent.
In MetaMask, go to Settings → Networks → Add Network → Add a network manually.
Enter the following details:
Save the configuration and switch your active network to Polygon Amoy Testnet.
Yes, it is completely free. You can obtain test MATIC and USDC tokens from official Polygon faucets at no cost.
Yes. Polygon Amoy is the officially maintained testnet for Polygon PoS as of 2026. The Mumbai Testnet has been deprecated, and Amoy is the recommended network for all new development and testing activities.
