Which LINK network should I choose when swapping from NEAR?

LINK is available on Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, and Polygon. The right choice depends on where you plan to use or store your LINK — for example, Arbitrum typically involves lower transaction fees than Ethereum mainnet. Make sure your receiving wallet or platform actually supports the network you select, as sending LINK to an incompatible address can make funds difficult to recover.

Can I send NEAR from BNB Smart Chain when swapping to LINK?

Yes, NEAR is supported on both the native NEAR network and BNB Smart Chain, so you can initiate the swap from either. Just ensure the NEAR you are sending is actually on the network you select in the swap interface — wrapped or bridged versions of NEAR on BNB Smart Chain are distinct from native NEAR. Selecting the wrong send network will cause the swap to fail or funds to be undeliverable.

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

Most users pick a fixed rate for this route: it locks the amount of LINK you receive when you create the order, so price movement while your NEAR 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 NEAR to LINK exchange take?

Timing depends on how quickly your NEAR deposit confirms on-chain, exchange processing, and LINK 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 NEAR for LINK?

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

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Before you exchange NEAR to LINK

Send NEAR on

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Receive LINK on

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Select the send and receive networks in the widget. Each must match the corresponding wallet or withdrawal platform. Availability can change and may differ between fixed and floating rates; the current quote determines whether your selection is supported.

Rate, limits and fees

Enter your amount to check the current rate, minimum, maximum (if any) and estimated receive amount. Compare what you receive, not just the headline rate. Your sending wallet may charge a separate network fee. Floating quotes can change; fixed quotes have an expiry and deposit conditions.

After you create an order

Save your order link. Send the requested asset and amount to the deposit address on the specified network, following the order deadline. A confirmed deposit still needs exchange processing and an outgoing transfer; completion time is not guaranteed.

Delayed or incorrect deposit?

Check the order status and your transaction in the network explorer. If the order expires, the amount is wrong or processing stalls, contact support with the order ID and transaction hash before sending more funds. Recovery or a refund depends on the case.

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Check the NEAR → LINK quote

Swapping NEAR for LINK is a common move for users looking to shift exposure from the NEAR ecosystem into Chainlink's oracle-focused token, which operates across Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, and Polygon. Because both assets are available on multiple networks, choosing the right network on each side is a key part of completing this swap cleanly. Zest lets you confirm the rate before committing, with no account required.

How to swap NEAR for LINK

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Open the exchange widget and select NEAR as the send currency and LINK 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 NEAR you want to exchange and choose a fixed or floating rate.
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Paste your LINK 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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Create the order, save its link and send NEAR to the deposit address using the network, amount and deadline shown. Receiving LINK requires deposit confirmation, exchange processing and the outgoing transfer.

Before exchanging NEAR → LINK

Before confirming this swap, identify which NEAR network you are sending from — either the native NEAR network or BNB Smart Chain — and make sure your receiving wallet supports the LINK network you select on the other side. LINK can be received on Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Arbitrum, or Polygon, and each carries different fee and settlement characteristics. Mismatching the send and receive networks can result in funds being inaccessible, so verify both sides before proceeding. Neither NEAR nor LINK requires a memo or destination tag on any supported network for this route. Double-check your destination wallet address and the selected receive network before hitting confirm, as non-custodial swaps cannot be reversed once submitted.

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Users often make this swap to move from a layer-1 smart contract ecosystem into Chainlink, whose LINK token is used to compensate node operators powering decentralized oracle networks. LINK has broad utility across DeFi protocols on multiple chains, which makes it attractive to users diversifying within the broader Web3 ecosystem. Swapping on Zest means no account is needed and the quoted rate is visible before you commit.

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