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A step-by-step guide to swapping on TED Protocol TED Protocol requires no sign-up—just connect your wallet and start swapping. This guide walks you through the entire process from wallet connection to swap completion.
This guide is based on the TED Protocol testnet interface. UI and features may change with updates.
1

Connect wallet

Connect your Web3 wallet (MetaMask, etc.) to TED Protocol.
2

Select tokens and chains

Choose the tokens and source/destination chains.
3

Review quote

Automatically find the best rate across 5 DEXs.
4

Execute swap

Approve the transaction and wait for completion.
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)
If you’re testing on testnet, you can get free tokens from our Faucet.

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1. Connect Your Wallet

Visit testnet.tedprotocol.io and click Connect Wallet in the top right corner.
  1. Select your wallet provider from the list — MetaMask, WalletConnect, or Coinbase Wallet
  2. Approve the connection request in your wallet
Once connected, you’ll see your wallet address displayed in the header. The protocol will automatically detect your current network and available balances.

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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.
  • 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)

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3. Review the Quote

Once you’ve selected your tokens and amounts, TED Protocol automatically:
  • Queries five 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
Review the quote details carefully. The displayed rate includes all protocol fees and estimated gas costs.

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4. Execute the Swap

Click Swap (for same-chain) or Transfer (for cross-chain) to initiate the transaction.
  1. Your wallet will prompt you to confirm the transaction
  2. Review the details and approve
  • 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.

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Adjusting Settings

Click the settings icon to access swap settings:
Controls how much price movement you’ll accept. The default is 0.5%, which works well for most stablecoin swaps.
  • For tighter execution, lower it to 0.1-0.3%
  • If transactions are failing due to price movement, increase to 1-2%
Sets how long the transaction remains valid. The default is 20 minutes.

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Getting Test Tokens

On testnet, use the Faucet to receive free test tokens.
1

Access faucet

Go to testnet.tedprotocol.io/faucet
2

Connect wallet

Make sure your wallet is connected
3

Switch network

Switch to Sepolia network if prompted
4

Select tokens

Select the tokens you need — ETH (for gas), TEDP, USDT, or USDC
5

Request tokens

Click Request Tokens and sign the request in your wallet
You can request tokens once every 24 hours per wallet address.

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Having Issues?

For common questions about transaction errors, gas issues, slippage problems, and more, check our FAQ.