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🌉 How to Bridge USDC → USDA via Astro Bridge

You can use the official Astro Bridge interface to convert USDC into USDA on AO.
Access it here: https://bridge.astrousd.com/.

🔎 1. Understanding What USDA and the Astro Bridge Do​

  • 💵 USDA (Astro USD) is the native stablecoin of the AO (Arweave) ecosystem — a unified asset aggregating multiple stablecoins and fiat sources into one seamless layer.
  • 🌐 The Astro Bridge facilitates seamless conversion of stablecoins, including USDC, into USDA minted directly on AO via smart contracts.
  • 🔗 It supports bridging from multiple source networks and assets.

🛠 2. Step-by-Step: Bridging USDC to USDA​

1️⃣ Step 1: Go to the Astro Bridge Interface​

Visit https://bridge.astrousd.com/ to access the live bridge tool.

Astro Bridge Homepage

2️⃣ Step 2: Connect Your Wallets​

  • 🔑 Connect your Wander Wallet to receive USDA on AO.
  • 💼 Connect MetaMask (or another compatible wallet) to lock USDC from supported networks (Ethereum, Base, Polygon, or Solana).

Connect Wallets

3️⃣ Step 3: Select the Source Chain & Stablecoin​

Choose the blockchain where your USDC is held (Ethereum, Base, Polygon, or Solana). Then select USDC as the stablecoin to bridge.

4️⃣ Step 4: Enter the Amount​

Input the amount of USDC you wish to bridge (minimum ~$5). The interface shows a real-time estimate of how much USDA you’ll receive.

5️⃣ Step 5: Confirm Transaction Details​

Review all details: source chain, stablecoin, USDA estimate, and expected processing time.

6️⃣ Step 6: Approve the Transaction on MetaMask​

Approve the transaction in MetaMask (or another wallet). Wait for confirmations before proceeding.

7️⃣ Step 7: Receive USDA in Wander Wallet​

Once confirmed, USDA is automatically minted and delivered to your Wander Wallet on AO.

📊 3. Summary Table​

StepAction
1Visit Astro Bridge
2Connect Wander Wallet + MetaMask
3Select chain & stablecoin (USDC)
4Enter amount (min $5)
5Review details
6Approve in MetaMask
7Receive USDA in Wander Wallet

ℹ️ 4. Important Notes & Sustainable Usage​

  • 🧪 Beta Status: The Astro Bridge is currently in Beta — use cautiously.
  • 💱 Supported Assets: You can bridge USDC, USDT, DAI, or USDS from Ethereum, Base, Polygon, or Solana.
  • 🔒 Security: USDA is backed 1:1 by locked collateral in protocol vaults.

🎯 5. Final Thoughts​

Bridging USDC to USDA via Astro Bridge is simple:

  1. Visit the site.
  2. Connect wallets.
  3. Select chain & USDC.
  4. Enter amount.
  5. Approve in MetaMask.
  6. Receive USDA in your AO wallet.

This provides a unified liquidity experience for DeFi within the AO ecosystem. 🚀