Which network should I use when sending LINK for this swap?

LINK can be sent from Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, or Polygon. The network you choose affects the fee you pay and how quickly your transaction is picked up, so select the one that matches where your LINK is held. Make sure your wallet is set to that same network before initiating the swap.

Will my NEAR arrive on the native NEAR network or BNB Smart Chain?

NEAR is supported on both the native NEAR network and BNB Smart Chain, so you need to specify which one you want before confirming. Check that your receiving wallet or platform supports the network you choose, because sending NEAR to a BNB Smart Chain address when the recipient expects native NEAR — or vice versa — can result in inaccessible funds.

Why do traders swap LINK into NEAR?

A common reason is to shift exposure from Ethereum-ecosystem DeFi activity, where LINK plays an oracle role, into the NEAR ecosystem for use in NEAR-based applications or protocols. Traders also make this swap when rebalancing a portfolio across different smart-contract platforms without going through a fiat intermediary.

Should I choose a fixed or floating rate for LINK to NEAR?

Most users pick a fixed rate for this route: it locks the amount of NEAR you receive when you create the order, so price movement while your LINK deposit confirms does not change the payout. A floating rate follows the market and can pay slightly more or less at execution time. You can choose either in the swap form before confirming.

How long does a LINK to NEAR exchange take?

Timing depends on how quickly your LINK deposit confirms on-chain, exchange processing, and NEAR network conditions. Congestion on either network can extend the wait, and the order page tracks each step while your swap runs.

Do I need an account to exchange LINK for NEAR?

No signup is required for standard swaps. Zest is non-custodial — you send LINK from your own wallet and receive NEAR at an address you control, with the rate shown before you confirm.

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Exchange LINK to NEAR

ChainlinkNEAR·Instant swap, no signup

1 LINK = $8.591 NEAR = $1.97

Swapping Chainlink (LINK) for NEAR lets traders move value from one of DeFi's most widely used oracle networks into the NEAR ecosystem, which runs on its own dedicated blockchain. This route is common among users repositioning between Ethereum-aligned DeFi exposure and NEAR-based applications. Because both assets are available on multiple networks, choosing the right network on each side is the most important step before confirming the swap.

Exchange Chainlink to NEAR

How to swap LINK for NEAR

1
Open the exchange widget and select LINK as the send currency and NEAR as the receive currency. The widget shows the live rate and the minimum amount for this pair.
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Enter the amount of LINK you want to exchange and choose a fixed or floating rate.
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Paste your NEAR wallet address into the recipient field and double-check it. Select the network your wallet supports -- the receive network must match where your address lives.
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Click Exchange and send your LINK to the deposit address shown. Your NEAR arrives once the transaction confirms on-chain.

Before exchanging LINK → NEAR

Before swapping LINK for NEAR, confirm which network you are sending LINK from — Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, or Polygon are all supported, and each carries different fee characteristics and settlement behaviour. On the receive side, NEAR can arrive on the native NEAR network or BNB Smart Chain, so make sure your destination wallet actually supports the network you select. Neither LINK nor NEAR requires a memo or destination tag on this route, so no extra identifier is needed. Network mismatch is the most common cause of failed or delayed swaps, so verify both the send and receive networks in your wallet before hitting confirm. Zest shows you the rate before you confirm, giving you a chance to review all details while there is still time to adjust.

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Chainlink

NEAR

$1.97

+2.43% 24h

Price

$1.97

+2.43% 24h

7d Change

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Market Cap

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24h Volume

$188.34M

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