Gitcoin (GTC) is the governance token for the Gitcoin ecosystem, used by holders to participate in decisions around public goods funding and grants. Users typically swap GTC when moving in or out of governance positions, or after receiving grant rewards and wanting to exchange into another asset. Because GTC operates exclusively on Ethereum, all swaps involve on-chain Ethereum transactions.
Exchange Gitcoin
Before exchanging Gitcoin
Before swapping GTC, confirm that your receiving address is a valid Ethereum address — GTC exists only on the Ethereum network, so sending to an address on any other network will result in lost funds. Ethereum transaction confirmation times can vary depending on network congestion, so factor that into your timing if you have a deadline. The Zest widget displays the expected output amount before you confirm, giving you a chance to review the rate and destination details. Double-check your wallet address carefully before proceeding, as non-custodial swaps cannot be reversed once submitted.
Supported GTC networks
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Ethereum
Frequently Asked Questions
GTC is an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, so you need an Ethereum-compatible wallet that supports ERC-20 tokens. Most non-custodial wallets such as MetaMask or any hardware wallet with Ethereum support will work. Make sure your wallet is set to the Ethereum network before initiating the swap.
GTC swaps settle on the Ethereum network, where confirmation times depend on current network congestion and the gas price applied to the transaction. During periods of high activity, transactions can take longer to confirm. The swap rate shown in the Zest widget is locked in at the point of confirmation, so you can review it before committing.
Minimums vary by pair and network. The exchange widget shows the exact minimum and maximum for your selected pair before you confirm, so you can check the limits before sending anything.
No signup is required for standard swaps. Zest is non-custodial: you send from and receive to wallets you control, and the rate is shown before you confirm.
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