Move assets to zkSync Era for ultra-low fees. Use zero-knowledge rollup technology for fast, cheap transactions.
BridgingIntermediate15-25 minutes7 stepsPrerequisites: ETH on Ethereum, MetaMask wallet, Basic bridging understanding
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Quick Overview
1Choose Bridge Method
2Add zkSync to MetaMask
3Connect Wallet
4Select Assets
5Review and Confirm
6Wait for Confirmation
7Start Using zkSync
zkSync Era is an Ethereum Layer 2 using zero-knowledge proofs. It offers extremely low fees while inheriting Ethereum security. Bridge your assets to access the zkSync DeFi ecosystem.
Why zkSync?
Advantages:
Ultra-low fees ($0.01-0.10)
Fast transactions (seconds)
True Ethereum security (ZK proofs)
Growing ecosystem
zkSync Ecosystem:
SyncSwap (DEX)
ZeroLend (lending)
SpaceFi (DeFi hub)
Many more protocols
Bridge Options
Bridge
Speed
Cost
Security
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Official
15 min
$5-15
Highest
LayerSwap
2 min
$1-5
High
Orbiter
1 min
$1-3
High
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Choose Bridge Method
Official bridge for large amounts, LayerSwap or Orbiter for speed.
Tips
✓Official bridge: portal.zksync.io
✓LayerSwap supports CEX to L2 direct
2
Add zkSync to MetaMask
Add zkSync Era network to MetaMask via chainlist.org or bridge interface.
Tips
✓Chain ID: 324
✓RPC: mainnet.era.zksync.io
3
Connect Wallet
Go to your chosen bridge and connect MetaMask.
Warnings
⚠Verify bridge URL
⚠Only use official sites
4
Select Assets
Choose ETH or supported tokens to bridge. Enter amount.
Tips
✓Bridge ETH first for gas
✓Check token support on destination
5
Review and Confirm
Check fees, destination address, and timing. Confirm transaction.
Tips
✓Official bridge: ~15 minutes
✓Third-party bridges: 1-5 minutes
6
Wait for Confirmation
Track your bridge transaction. Add zkSync network if not visible.
Tips
✓Check zkSync explorer: era.zksync.io
✓Refresh wallet after completion
7
Start Using zkSync
Your assets are ready. Explore SyncSwap, ZeroLend, and other protocols.