> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.degate.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.degate.com/features/cross-chain-swap.md). # Cross-chain Swap Cross-chain Swap is a one-stop way to swap into assets on any major blockchain network without bridging or multi-step approvals. In short: you can buy any token on any supported chain with your USDC, and selling settles back into USDC. Coverage spans 10M+ tokens across 17 blockchains, including major cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, memecoins, and tokenized stocks and ETFs (Ondo onchain assets and xStocks). * **One-click swap.** The optimized flow lets you swap tokens across different chains in a single click. * **Solver-based routing.** The system automatically identifies a cost-effective, fast route for your trade across integrated cross-chain protocols, and shows the expected output and price impact before you confirm. * **Full self-custody.** Your assets remain 100% in your own custody throughout the swap. * **Gas handled for you.** DeGate purchases the necessary gas tokens automatically on the chains involved, so you never need to pre-fund a destination chain. ## What it replaces Without a unified balance, moving into a token on another chain typically means five separate actions: acquiring the destination chain's gas token, bridging funds, waiting for the bridge, approving, then swapping. DeGate collapses this into one confirmation. ## Fees Swap fees have two tiers, set by the token traded against USDC: 0% for stablecoins, and 0.02% for all other tokens, as of August 2026. Details on the [Fees](/fees/fees.md) page. ## FAQ **Do I need to bridge before swapping?** No. Routing and bridging happen inside the swap. You choose the destination token; DeGate handles the path. **Does DeGate take custody of my funds during the swap?** No. Transactions are authorized by your key, and settlement goes to addresses only you control. See [Security Overview](/security-and-self-custody/security-overview.md). --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.degate.com/features/cross-chain-swap.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.