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🌉 How to Bridge USDC → vUSDC via VentoSwap

You can bridge your USDC from Ethereum into vUSDC on the AO (Arweave) network using VentoSwap's bridge tool. Here's how:

🔎 1. What Is VentoSwap?​

VentoSwap offers a bridge that enables users to convert assets—such as USDC and AR—into their corresponding AO-native versions, vUSDC and vAR, respectively.
Although details on the site are limited, the feature is officially confirmed on VentoSwap’s social channels.

🛠 2. Step-by-Step Guide to Bridging​

1️⃣ Step 1: Visit the Bridge Interface​

Go to the VentoSwap bridge page https://ventoswap.com/.

VentoSwap Bridge Interface

2️⃣ Step 2: Connect Your Wallet​

You will need two wallets for the bridging process:

  • 🔑 An Ethereum wallet (such as MetaMask) to send and lock your USDC on Ethereum.
  • 💼 An AO wallet (such as Wander Wallet) to receive your bridged tokens (vUSDC) on the AO network.

Connect both wallets to the VentoSwap interface before proceeding.

Connect Wallets

3️⃣ Step 3: Select Assets​

  • Choose USDC as the asset you're sending from Ethereum.
  • Select vUSDC as the destination version on the AO network.

Select Assets

4️⃣ Step 4: Enter Amount and Confirm​

Specify how much USDC you'd like to bridge. Double-check estimated fees, network details, and any transaction info.【113†source】

5️⃣ Step 5: Execute and Wait​

Approve the transaction in your wallet. Once confirmed, your USDC will be locked on Ethereum, and vUSDC will be minted on the AO network.

6️⃣ Step 6: Receive vUSDC​

Following confirmation, the vUSDC should appear in your AO-compatible wallet.

📊 3. Summary Table​

StepAction
1Visit VentoSwap bridge tab
2Connect wallet (e.g., MetaMask + Wander)
3Select USDC (Ethereum) → vUSDC (AO)
4Enter amount and review details
5Approve transaction
6Receive vUSDC in your AO wallet

ℹ️ 4. Important Notes​

  • ✅ Confirmed Functionality: VentoSwap supports converting USDC → vUSDC, as stated on their official channel.
  • 🖥 Interface Details Are Limited: The bridge UI may be minimal — don’t worry if transaction history or steps aren’t fully detailed.
  • 🔒 Use at Your Own Risk: Always ensure you’re on the correct domain (ventoswap.com) and protect your wallet credentials.

🎯 5. Closing Thoughts​

Bridging USDC to vUSDC via VentoSwap is relatively simple:

  1. Navigate to the bridge tab on VentoSwap.
  2. Connect your Ethereum-compatible wallet.
  3. Choose USDC as the source and vUSDC as the destination.
  4. Enter the amount, approve the transaction, and wait.
  5. Receive vUSDC in your AO wallet.

This process opens the door to further asset usage within the AO ecosystem. 🚀