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IX Swap | Guides & FAQs
  • Welcome to the IX Swap Guides and FAQs!
  • IX Swap
    • All About IX Swap
      • What is IX Swap?
      • Who is the team behind IX Swap?
      • Is IX Swap DeFi?
      • What sets IX Swap apart from other platforms?
    • Initial Setup and Onboarding
      • What is KYC?
      • KYC Guide
      • What is an Accredited Investor?
      • Creating a Metamask Wallet
      • Connecting to the IX Swap App
      • How to add USDC on Metamask
      • How to Get USDC using a Bridge from Ethereum to Polygon?
      • How to Buy USDC on the Polygon Network
    • Security Tokens
      • What is a security token?
      • What are the advantages of STOs?
  • IXS Token
    • Token Information
      • What is $IXS?
      • What is the tokenomics behind the $IXS token?
    • Acquiring IXS/WIXS Tokens
      • Where can I buy $IXS?
      • Can I buy $WIXS directly?
      • How do I get IXS via Uniswap?
      • How do I buy IXS (WIXS) on QuickSwap?
      • How to Buy IXS on BTSE?
      • How to Buy IXS on BitMart
    • How do I add IXS or WIXS to my MetaMask wallet?
    • What happens to my $WIXS tokens if I bridge it back to Ethereum?
  • IX Swap Launchpad
    • IXS Launchpad
      • When do I receive my token allocation from the launchpad?
      • What is the minimum investment amount in the launchpad?
      • Who can invest using the launchpad?
      • What are the different deal stages in the launchpad?
      • How do I launch a Primary Issuance?
      • How do I Invest in a deal on the launchpad?
  • Liquidity and Staking
    • Liquidity Mining
      • What is liquidity mining?
      • What’s the purpose of liquidity mining?
      • What’s the difference between staking and liquidity mining?
      • What’s the liquidity mining program available on IX Swap right now?
      • What happens to my LP tokens now that liquidity mining on Ethereum has not been extended?
      • What’s the APY for liquidity mining?
    • Liquidity Mining Programs
      • How do I join IX Swap’s liquidity mining program on Uniswap?
      • How do I join IX Swap’s liquidity mining program on Polygon?
    • Staking Programs
      • How do I stake IXS on Ethereum?
      • How do I stake IXS on Polygon?
      • How do I stake WIXS on Polygon?
      • How do I bridge my IXS token to Polygon?
      • How do I claim my vested IXS tokens?
  • STO Swaps
    • How do I get accredited for security token usage?
    • How do I deposit my security token?
    • How do I become a liquidity provider?
    • How do I swap tokens?
    • How do I withdraw my security token?
    • What’s the purpose of the "chart" tab?
  • Staking
    • What is staking?
    • What are the different staking programs on IX Swap?
    • Where can I monitor all of IX Swap’s staking and liquidity mining programs?
    • Why do I have to pay gas fees when I stake?
    • What are the staking rewards?
    • How do I see my available staking rewards?
    • How do I claim my staking rewards?
    • Can I stake my IXS on exchanges?
    • Why did you remove the staking pools on Ethereum?
    • Is there compounding interest in IX Swap's staking programs?
    • Can I withdraw my staked tokens before the staking period is up?
    • How do I unstake my principal?
    • What is a bonding curve?
    • What is vesting?
    • When does rewards vesting happen?
    • What’s the difference between APY and APR?
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  • Via Centralized Exchanges
  • Step 1: Set Up a Polygon-Compatible Wallet
  • Step 2: Pick a Crypto Exchange
  • Step 3: Connect Your Funding Source
  • Step 4: Choose USDC and Purchase Amount
  • Step 5: Transfer to a Polygon-Compatible Wallet
  • Via Decentralized Exchanges
  • Step 1: Set Up a Polygon-Compatible Wallet
  • Step 2: Choose a Decentralized Exchange (DEX)
  • Step 3: Connect Your Wallet to the DEX
  • Step 4: Search for USDC
  • Step 5: Enter the Amount
  • Step 6: Review and Confirm
  • Step 7: Confirm the Transaction
  • Step 8: Wait for Confirmation
  • Step 9: Check Your Wallet
  1. IX Swap
  2. Initial Setup and Onboarding

How to Buy USDC on the Polygon Network

Via Centralized Exchanges

Step 1: Set Up a Polygon-Compatible Wallet

If you don't already have a wallet that supports the Polygon network, like MetaMask or Trust Wallet, create one and make sure it's set to the Polygon (MATIC) network.

Step 2: Pick a Crypto Exchange

Start with a centralized exchange like Coinbase or Binance. These are user-friendly platforms where many people begin their crypto journey.

Step 3: Connect Your Funding Source

Link your bank account, debit card, or PayPal to the exchange. Follow the provided directions on the exchange's website to connect your preferred funding source.

Step 4: Choose USDC and Purchase Amount

Within the exchange, find USDC and select the amount you want to buy. Follow the prompts to complete the purchase.

Step 5: Transfer to a Polygon-Compatible Wallet

Move your purchased USDC from the exchange to your Polygon-compatible wallet. This step ensures you're using the Polygon network.


Via Decentralized Exchanges

Step 1: Set Up a Polygon-Compatible Wallet

If you don't already have a wallet that supports the Polygon network, like MetaMask or Trust Wallet, create one and make sure it's set to the Polygon (MATIC) network.

Step 2: Choose a Decentralized Exchange (DEX)

Select a DEX like QuickSwap or SushiSwap on the Polygon network. These platforms let you trade directly between cryptocurrencies.

Step 3: Connect Your Wallet to the DEX

Click the wallet icon or "Connect Wallet" button on the DEX platform. Make sure your wallet is set to the Polygon network.

Step 4: Search for USDC

Look for USDC in the list of available tokens on the DEX. It's usually paired with another cryptocurrency (e.g., USDC/MATIC).

Step 5: Enter the Amount

Enter the amount of USDC you want to buy. The DEX will estimate the cryptocurrency you need to spend for the specified USDC amount.

Step 6: Review and Confirm

Check the transaction details, including fees. Confirm the transaction when you're satisfied.

Step 7: Confirm the Transaction

Approve the transaction within your wallet. Pay any gas fees required for the trade.

Step 8: Wait for Confirmation

Wait for the transaction to be confirmed on the Polygon network. This usually happens quickly.

Step 9: Check Your Wallet

After confirmation, you'll find your acquired USDC in your Polygon-compatible wallet on the Polygon network.

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