# Loot Chain Public Testnets

## Get Started

1. Visit: <https://testnet.lootchain.com/>
2. Add chains to metamask via the "add to metamask button"
3. Request testnet tokens via the faucet
4. Get building!

## Features

### Optimistic Rollup

The testnet chains use the [OP stack](https://optimism.mirror.xyz/fLk5UGjZDiXFuvQh6R_HscMQuuY9ABYNF7PI76-qJYs) and offer lightning-fast [confirmation times](https://loot-chain.gitbook.io/loot-chain-documentation/getting-started/broken-reference), high throughput, and [low fees](https://loot-chain.gitbook.io/loot-chain-documentation/getting-started/broken-reference). The technology and experience of the testnet chains are almost exactly the same as production rollups on mainnet. More information on the Rollup protocol is here: [Broken link](https://loot-chain.gitbook.io/loot-chain-documentation/getting-started/broken-reference "mention")&#x20;

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Due to their full EVM compatibility, most EVM-compatible developer tools will work with testnet rollups without any additional setup. You can find a list of included tools here:&#x20;

[https://app.gitbook.com/o/NUoM7Wsg319L5Pu1b0PT/s/9nLgobGdjXD3Wj7gmFWm/features/developer-tooling](https://app.gitbook.com/s/9nLgobGdjXD3Wj7gmFWm/features/developer-tooling)

### Block explorer

Testnet rollups come bundled with a block explorer that allows you to view and analyze all transactions and balances on the chain.

[https://app.gitbook.com/o/NUoM7Wsg319L5Pu1b0PT/s/9nLgobGdjXD3Wj7gmFWm/features/user-facing/block-explorer](https://app.gitbook.com/s/9nLgobGdjXD3Wj7gmFWm/features/user-facing/block-explorer)

### Bridge Interface

Each testnet rollup has an associated bridge between it and its L1. We offer an interface to access the bridge, which can be found at <https://testnet.caldera.dev/>

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