This guide is based on the TED Protocol interface. UI and features may change with updates.
App Pages
TED Protocol consists of the following pages:| Page | Description |
|---|---|
| Swap | Main page for same-chain swaps, cross-chain transfers, and cross-chain swaps |
| Stables | Real-time stablecoin market data — market cap, 24h volume, and price changes |
| Pools | Liquidity pool analytics — TVL, volume, and fees filterable by DEX and network |
| Dashboard | Protocol-wide statistics — total transactions, volume, users, bridge/gasless usage, and per-network stats |
| Explorer | Transaction explorer — search swap, bridge, and relayer transactions by type, status, and network |
Overall flow summary
Overall flow summary
Before You Begin
Before You Begin
You’ll need:
- Web3 wallet — MetaMask, WalletConnect-compatible wallets, or Coinbase Wallet
- Stablecoins — USDT, USDC, or other supported tokens
- Native tokens — For gas fees (ETH on Ethereum/Arbitrum/Base, POL on Polygon, BNB on BNB Chain, KAIA on Kaia). With Gasless mode, you can swap without holding native tokens
1. Connect Your Wallet
Visit dev.tedprotocol.io and click Connect Wallet in the top right corner.- Select your wallet provider from the list — MetaMask, WalletConnect, or Coinbase Wallet
- Approve the connection request in your wallet
2. Select Tokens and Chains
In the From section, choose your source chain and the token you want to swap. Enter the amount you’d like to exchange. In the To section, select your destination chain and the token you want to receive. This can be the same chain or a different one.Supported Operation Types
Supported Operation Types
- Same-chain swap — Exchange tokens within the same blockchain (e.g., USDT to USDC on Ethereum)
- Cross-chain transfer — Move the same token between blockchains (e.g., USDC on Ethereum to USDC on Base)
- Cross-chain swap — Swap and bridge in one flow (e.g., USDT on Ethereum to JPYC on Polygon)
3. Review the Quote
Once you’ve selected your tokens and amounts, TED Protocol automatically:- Queries multiple DEXs in parallel for the best rate
- Calculates the optimal route (which may include intermediate swaps)
- Selects the most efficient bridge if cross-chain
- Displays the expected output amount, fees breakdown, and estimated time
4. Execute the Swap
Click Swap (for same-chain) or Transfer (for cross-chain) to initiate the transaction.- Your wallet will prompt you to confirm the transaction
- Review the details and approve
Completion Time
Completion Time
- For same-chain swaps: The transaction completes in approximately 30 seconds. You’ll see a confirmation once your tokens arrive.
- For cross-chain transfers: The process takes 5-10 minutes depending on the bridge and network conditions. You’ll receive a Track Transfer link to monitor progress on LayerZero Scan.
Adjusting Settings
Click the settings icon to access swap settings:Slippage Tolerance
Slippage Tolerance
Controls how much price movement you’ll accept. Auto mode is enabled by default and set to 1%. You can also enter a custom value manually.
| Preset | Best For |
|---|---|
| 0.1% | Precise stablecoin-to-stablecoin swaps |
| 0.5% | General stablecoin swaps |
| 1% (default) | Most swaps |
| 3% | Low-liquidity pairs or volatile conditions |
Transaction Deadline
Transaction Deadline
Sets how long the transaction remains valid. The default is 10 minutes, adjustable between 1 and 60 minutes.
Gasless Mode
Gasless Mode
Enable Gasless mode to execute swaps without holding native tokens (ETH, BNB, etc.). Instead of paying gas fees, you pay with tokens you already hold, and a relayer submits the transaction on your behalf.How to use:
- Toggle Gasless mode on in the settings panel
- Set the priority of fee tokens — choose from TEDP, USDT, and USDC, and reorder as you prefer
- Execute your swap — your wallet will only request a signature, no gas payment needed
Gasless fees are calculated dynamically based on network conditions and token prices. The estimated fee is displayed before execution so you can review it.
Getting Test Tokens
On testnet, use the Faucet to receive free test tokens.How to use the Faucet
How to use the Faucet
Access faucet