How to Bridge to Swellchain

Can I Bridge to Swellchain?

Yes, you can bridge assets to Swellchain using Ethereum-compatible cross-chain bridges. Built on the OP Stack within the Optimism Superchain, Swellchain supports fast, low-cost transfers of tokens like ETH, secured by EigenLayer restaking. MetaMask and similar wallets enable bridging.

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How to Bridge to Swellchain

You can bridge assets to Swellchain using Stargate Finance, a trusted cross-chain bridge within the LayerZero ecosystem. With over $5 billion in transaction volume processed across 30+ networks, Stargate is one of the most reliable and battle-rested bridging protocols that supports Swellchain.

Steps to Bridge to Swellchain:

1. Connect Your Wallet: Open Stargate Finance and connect a Web3 wallet like MetaMask.
2. Select Networks and Token: Choose your source network (e.g., Ethereum) and set Swellchain as the destination. Specify the token, such as ETH.
3. Approve the Transfer: Enter the desired amount, approve the transaction in your wallet, and confirm.
4. Complete the Transfer: Follow the prompts to finalize. The assets typically settle on Swellchain in minutes due to its efficient infrastructure.

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What are the Fees?

Bridging to Swellchain using Stargate Finance incurs a 0.06% fee per transaction. Additional gas fees depend on the network you are bridging from:

• Ethereum Mainnet: $5–$10 due to higher gas costs from network demand.
• Layer 2 Networks (e.g. Arbitrum): Typically under $1, leveraging Layer 2’s scalability.
• Other Layer 1 Networks: Usually less than $1, depending on the network’s gas demand.

Bridging ETH from a layer 2 network is the most cost-effective option with the lowest gas fees.

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Alternative Swellchain Bridges

For additional options to bridge assets to Swellchain, consider these reliable alternatives:

• Superbridge: Purpose built for the Optimism Superchain, it allows secure, direct transfers across compatible networks, including Swellchain.
• Hyperlane: A customizable interoperability protocol offering fast, no-slippage bridging to Swellchain, backed by $5B in economic security for reliable cross-chain transfers.

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About Swellchain

Swellchain is a Layer 2 built on the OP Stack, designed to enhance Ethereum's security and scalability through EigenLayer's restaking mechanism. Its purpose is to provide a robust infrastructure for staking, earning yield, and building decentralized applications, leveraging fast transactions, low fees, and cross-chain interoperability within the Optimism Superchain.

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Final Thoughts

Bridging to Swellchain is easy with options like Stargate Finance, Superbridge, and Hyperlane all enabling fast and low-cost transfers. 

Built on the Optimism Superchain and secured by EigenLayer restaking, Swellchain boasts one of the most liquid staking ecosystems for yield generation strategies on staked Ethereum (ETH).