Before bridging to Core, you’ll first need to add the Core Mainnet RPC details to your wallet client. You can do this by heading to Chainlist for Core Mainnet, connecting your wallet, and clicking on one of the “Add to Wallet” buttons to integrate the Core Mainnet details into your wallet.

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Bridging from Bitcoin to Core via coreBTC Bridge

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Setup Wallet Extensions

  • Unisat Wallet Browser Extension: Required for managing your coreBTC. Note: Unisat is supported on desktop and has an Android wallet app. Download UniSat
  • Metamask: Necessary for interacting with the Core blockchain. Download Metamask

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Minting coreBTC

  • Visit coreBTC Website: Navigate to coreBTC Bridge.
  • Specify Conversion: Indicate conversion from Bitcoin (coreBTC) to coreBTC.

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Connect Wallets

  • Connect Unisat Wallet to link your Bitcoin wallet.
  • Enter the receiving Core blockchain wallet address in Metamask.

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Transaction Details

  • Enter the amount of coreBTC you wish to convert.
  • Adjust the fee rate based on urgency and network demand.

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Verification

  • Double-check all details including amounts, fees, and wallet addresses.

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Mint Transaction

  • Click ‘Mint coreBTC’ to initiate the conversion.

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Add Token

  • Select ‘Add coreBTC to your wallet’ in Metamask.

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Bridging from EVM to Core via LayerZero

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Access Bridge Interface

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Understand Bridge Functionality

  • Asset Types: Initially uses a mix of native OFT assets and wrapped assets, transitioning to native assets as soon as possible.
  • Supported Assets: Initially supports USDC, USDT, and WETH.

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Core Faucet for New Users

  • Requirement: Must be bridging over 10 USDT to Core.
  • Automatic Deposit: Core will automatically deposit $CORE into your wallet after bridging.

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Manage Gas Fee Volatility

  • Fixed Deposit: The amount of Core deposited is fixed and does not vary with network gas fees.
  • Note on High Fees: If gas fees rise, wait until they are reduced to execute transactions.
Basics of CoreRoadmap