Getting Started
Prerequisites and setup for using Sova Protocol
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Prerequisites and setup for using Sova Protocol
This guide covers the requirements and initial setup for using Sova's cross-chain swap and vault products.
Wallet
EVM-compatible (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, Rainbow, WalletConnect)
Network
Base Mainnet (Chain ID: 8453)
Gas
ETH on Base (~$0.20 for transactions)
Assets
cbBTC for vaults, any supported token for swaps
Navigate to app.sova.io and connect your wallet. The application supports any EVM-compatible wallet via WalletConnect.
If not already configured, add Base Mainnet to your wallet:
ETH on Base is required for transaction fees:
Coinbase — Direct withdrawal to Base network
Sova Swap — Bridge ETH from any supported chain via app.sova.io/swap
cbBTC is required for vault deposits:
Coinbase — Purchase BTC, withdraw as cbBTC to Base
Sova Swap — Swap any token from 50+ chains directly to cbBTC on Base
DEX Swap — Exchange USDC or ETH for cbBTC on Aerodrome
Any token with DEX liquidity on supported chains works for swaps:
USDC
Coinbase (native on Base) or Sova Swap from any chain
WETH
Sova Swap from any chain or swap on Aerodrome
cbBTC
Coinbase withdrawal, Sova Swap, or DEX swap
Before executing transactions:
Address Verification: Verify destination addresses for cross-chain swaps. Transactions to incorrect addresses cannot be reversed.
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