Guides
How cross-chain swaps work, end-to-end — concepts, walkthroughs, safety.
Step-by-step guides for cross-chain swaps. Every guide starts from a real user question — how to bridge BTC, what non-custodial really means, how a quote is calculated — and answers it without jargon. Written by our routing team, reviewed for technical accuracy.
What is a cross-chain swap?
A cross-chain swap exchanges a token on one blockchain for a different token on another — in one non-custodial step. Here's how it actually works, with the moving parts named.
Cross-chain swap vs bridge: when to use which
A bridge moves the same asset across chains; a cross-chain swap also changes the token. Side-by-side trade-offs, costs, and which to pick.
How to bridge crypto between chains (step-by-step)
A non-custodial, no-account walkthrough for bridging crypto: pick the route, get an all-in quote, deposit once, receive on the destination chain.
Is cross-chain swapping safe? An honest breakdown
Cross-chain swaps can be safe — but "safe" depends on custody, routing, and where the actual risk sits. Here's the honest version.