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How to Use LayerSwap

Bridge directly from exchanges to L2s. Skip Ethereum fees by moving from CEX to Layer 2 in one step.

BridgingIntermediateEstimated reading time10-20 minutes7 stepsPrerequisites: Account on supported exchange, L2 wallet address, Crypto on exchange to bridge
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Quick Overview

1Go to LayerSwap
2Select Source
3Select Destination
4Enter Details
5Get Deposit Address
6Send from Exchange
7Receive on L2

LayerSwap lets you bridge assets directly from centralized exchanges (Coinbase, Binance, etc.) to Layer 2 networks, skipping expensive Ethereum mainnet fees.

Why LayerSwap?

Traditional Path:

CEX → Ethereum ($20 gas) → L2 ($10 bridge) = $30+

LayerSwap Path:

CEX → L2 directly = $1-5

Supported Routes:
FromToTime
. . .. . -. . .
CoinbaseArbitrum, Base, etc.2-5 min
BinanceArbitrum, zkSync, etc.2-5 min
KrakenMost L2s2-5 min

How It Works

  1. You send crypto to LayerSwap address on CEX
  2. LayerSwap sends to your L2 wallet
  3. Fast, cheap, simple

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Go to LayerSwap

Visit layerswap.io and start a new swap.

Warnings

  • Only use layerswap.io
  • Verify URL carefully
2

Select Source

Choose your exchange (Coinbase, Binance, etc.) as the source.

Tips

  • Check if your exchange is supported
  • Different exchanges have different limits
3

Select Destination

Choose destination network (Arbitrum, zkSync, Base, etc.) and asset.

Tips

  • Match asset to what you are sending
  • Popular: ETH to Arbitrum
4

Enter Details

Enter amount and your L2 wallet address. Review fees and output.

Tips

  • Triple-check wallet address
  • Fees shown upfront
5

Get Deposit Address

LayerSwap shows an address and memo. Use exactly as shown.

Warnings

  • Some require memo/tag
  • Wrong address = lost funds
6

Send from Exchange

In your exchange, withdraw to the LayerSwap address with exact amount.

Tips

  • Use exact amount shown
  • Include memo if required
7

Receive on L2

LayerSwap processes and sends to your L2 wallet. Usually 2-10 minutes.

Tips

  • Track on LayerSwap site
  • Check L2 explorer if delayed

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