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How to Use Curve Finance

Master Curve Finance for stablecoin swaps and low-slippage trading. Earn CRV rewards.

TradingIntermediateEstimated reading time15-20 minutes6 stepsPrerequisites: Stablecoins or ETH, ETH for gas
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Quick Overview

1Go to Curve
2Swap Tokens
3Add Liquidity (Optional)
4Stake in Gauge (Optional)
5Claim Rewards
6Lock CRV for veCRV (Advanced)

Curve is the leading DEX for stablecoin and pegged asset swaps. Its unique design offers minimal slippage and attractive yields.

Why Use Curve?

For Traders:
  • Lowest slippage for stables
  • Large pool liquidity
  • Multi-asset swaps
For LPs:
  • Minimal impermanent loss
  • CRV + gauge rewards
  • Bribes from veCRV

Key Pools

PoolAssetsAPY
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3poolUSDC/USDT/DAI2-5%
stETH/ETHstETH/ETH1-3%
TriCryptoBTC/ETH/USDT5-15%

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Go to Curve

Visit curve.fi and connect your wallet.

Tips

  • Use the new UI at curve.fi/#/ethereum/swap
2

Swap Tokens

Select tokens to swap. Curve automatically finds the best route.

Tips

  • Check slippage before confirming
3

Add Liquidity (Optional)

Choose a pool, deposit tokens, and receive LP tokens.

Tips

  • Stablecoin pools have minimal IL
4

Stake in Gauge (Optional)

Stake LP tokens in the gauge to earn CRV rewards.

Tips

  • Boost rewards by locking CRV as veCRV
5

Claim Rewards

Claim CRV and other rewards from the dashboard.

Tips

  • Claim weekly to compound
6

Lock CRV for veCRV (Advanced)

Lock CRV for up to 4 years to boost rewards and earn bribes.

Tips

  • Longer lock = more voting power

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