INTERACTIVE GUIDE · ~2 min
How to Swap BTC to USDT on Polkadot
Practice the BTC to USDT flow with sample addresses so you can review the quote, wallet details, and deposit steps before using real funds.
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You Receive
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Confirm the deposit asset and network before sending.
Scan to deposit
Deposit
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to the address below
Awaiting Deposit
Send your deposit to the address above to begin your swap.
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Swap Details
Once your deposit is received, liquidity providers will execute the agreed quote and begin processing your swap.
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- Receive (includes all fees)
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- Refund amount
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- Exchange rate
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Email your swap receipt
Your receipt will be emailed when the swap completes.
Destination
Your funds will be delivered to this address.
Refund
Any refundable funds will be returned to this address.
Checklist Before Swapping BTC to USDT
Sending Bitcoin
- BTC availableEnough BTC for the swap and Bitcoin network fee.
- Native Bitcoin networkSend BTC on the Bitcoin network only.
- Refund address readyHave a Bitcoin refund address ready on the Bitcoin network.
- Wallet or exchange can send BTCConfirm Bitcoin withdrawals are supported on the Bitcoin network.
Receiving USDT
- Correct tokenMake sure you are receiving USDT.
- Correct networkVerify the receive network matches USDT on Polkadot.
- Supported destination walletUse a wallet that supports USDT on Polkadot.
- Destination addressDouble-check the destination address before creating the swap.
How Your BTC to USDT on Polkadot Swap Works
This guide follows the normal BTC to USDT on Polkadot flow: review the quote, send BTC on Bitcoin, wait for confirmation, and receive USDT on Polkadot.
Your quote is locked before deposit, then the swap is executed and delivered onchain.
- Get quote
- Deposit
- Receive
Native settlement
Send BTC and receive USDT on Tether. No wrapped tokens.
Upfront quotes
Review the amount & delivery time before exchanging.
Non-custodial
Send from your wallet. Receive to your wallet. All onchain.
Common Questions About Swapping BTC to USDT
Can I swap BTC to USDT if I only have Bitcoin?
Yes. You only need Bitcoin to start the live route. This guide lets you practice the quote, wallet, and deposit flow before using real funds.
Do I need to connect a wallet?
No. You can practice the guide and review the route without connecting a wallet. A wallet connection is only relevant on supported live routes when you decide to continue.
Which network should I use when sending BTC?
Send BTC on the Bitcoin network. Do not send wrapped Bitcoin or BTC from another chain.
What happens if I send Bitcoin on the wrong network?
If you send BTC on the wrong network, the swap may not be recognized and funds can be lost. Always send BTC on the Bitcoin network shown on the route.
What refund address should I use for BTC?
Use a Bitcoin refund address you control on the Bitcoin network. If an eligible BTC refund is needed, it should return to a wallet that can receive BTC on Bitcoin.
Which USDT network should I use for this swap?
Use a wallet that supports USDT on Polkadot on Polkadot. Stablecoin routes are network-specific, so the receive network matters just as much as the token symbol.
Will I receive native USDT or a wrapped token?
You receive USDT on Polkadot on Polkadot, not a wrapped version on the source chain.
How long does a BTC to USDT swap usually take?
Time depends on confirmations, network conditions, and execution. A live quote shows the current estimate. On eligible BTC routes, Boost reduces Bitcoin confirmations from 2 to 1.
What does Boost do on a BTC route?
Boost is an optional BTC route feature that reduces the required Bitcoin confirmations from 2 to 1 before execution begins. On eligible BTC routes, Boost reduces Bitcoin confirmations from 2 to 1.
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Bitcoin is selected
This confirms the route starts with BTC on Bitcoin. In a live swap, the asset and network you send must match the route exactly.
USDT is selected
This shows the route delivers USDT on Polkadot. Before going live, make sure your receive wallet supports that asset on Polkadot.
Enter the BTC amount
Use a sample amount to see how the quote changes and what the route expects before you create a live order.
Review the BTC to USDT quote
Check the quoted output, route details, and estimated duration here. The guide should help you understand what affects timing before you send funds.
Add destination and refund addresses
The destination address is where the completed swap arrives. The refund address is used for eligible returns on the same network as the asset you send.
Create the swap order
Once the quote and wallet details look right, this step prepares the deposit instructions you would follow in a live swap.
Complete the final checks
Review the send network, receive network, both addresses, and the minimum receive amount before deposit.
Make the sample BTC deposit
This step shows the deposit stage of the route. In a real swap, sending the wrong asset or the wrong network can stop the deposit from being recognized.
Simulate confirmation and execution
After deposit detection, the guide simulates confirmation, route execution, and USDT delivery so users know what happens between deposit and completion.
Complete the BTC to USDT practice swap
The final state confirms the practice route has finished successfully. From there, users can restart the walkthrough or continue to the live exchange route.
Guide Outline
Expand a step to learn more.
Bitcoin is selected
This confirms the route starts with BTC on Bitcoin. In a live swap, the asset and network you send must match the route exactly.
USDT is selected
This shows the route delivers USDT on Polkadot. Before going live, make sure your receive wallet supports that asset on Polkadot.
Enter the BTC amount
Use a sample amount to see how the quote changes and what the route expects before you create a live order.
Review the BTC to USDT quote
Check the quoted output, route details, and estimated duration here. The guide should help you understand what affects timing before you send funds.
Add destination and refund addresses
The destination address is where the completed swap arrives. The refund address is used for eligible returns on the same network as the asset you send.
Create the swap order
Once the quote and wallet details look right, this step prepares the deposit instructions you would follow in a live swap.
Complete the final checks
Review the send network, receive network, both addresses, and the minimum receive amount before deposit.
Make the sample BTC deposit
This step shows the deposit stage of the route. In a real swap, sending the wrong asset or the wrong network can stop the deposit from being recognized.
Simulate confirmation and execution
After deposit detection, the guide simulates confirmation, route execution, and USDT delivery so users know what happens between deposit and completion.
Complete the BTC to USDT practice swap
The final state confirms the practice route has finished successfully. From there, users can restart the walkthrough or continue to the live exchange route.