Move assets between different blockchains without using centralized exchanges. Cross-chain swaps open up opportunities across the entire DeFi ecosystem.
Popular Bridging Solutions
- Stargate: Fast, unified liquidity across chains
- Across: Optimized for speed and low fees
- Hop Protocol: Great for L2-to-L2 transfers
- Synapse: Wide chain support
How Cross-Chain Swaps Work
Bridges lock your tokens on the source chain and mint equivalent tokens on the destination. Some use liquidity pools for instant transfers; others rely on validators for security.
Safety Considerations
Bridges have been targets for hacks. Use established bridges, verify contract addresses, and start with small amounts. Consider the trade-off between speed and security.