Bridge Guide • Route Intelligence

BNB Smart ChainMetis

Network-specific checks before a cross-chain transaction.

BNB Smart Chain and Metis have separate network contexts. A cross-chain route must account for the source environment, destination environment and the mechanism used to transfer or represent the asset.

Route Intelligence

Source network

BNB Smart Chain: BNB Smart Chain is an EVM-compatible network with its own BEP-20 token representations.

Destination network

Metis: Metis is an Ethereum scaling environment with its own network and token representations.

Asset considerations

On the source side, Verify BEP-20 contracts and distinguish legitimate assets from unsolicited tokens. On the destination side, Verify the token contract on Metis.

Fee considerations

Network transaction costs are only one part of the route; compare the complete cost before moving small balances. On Metis, Compare L2 gas with bridge and liquidity costs.

Before You Bridge

  • Source: confirm the asset is actually held on BNB Smart Chain.
  • Destination: confirm the wallet and destination network.
  • Token: verify the exact asset representation rather than relying on ticker or logo.
  • Costs: compare gas, bridge fees, liquidity, price impact and the final received amount.
  • Security: Treat unexpected tokens and unfamiliar approvals cautiously and verify contracts before interacting. At the destination, Confirm network and transaction details before signing.
Never use a seed phrase or private key to complete a bridge. A legitimate bridge flow should not require either.

Use the Live Bridge Tool

When a live route is available, open Dust Sweeper and review the current quote immediately before signing. Route availability, liquidity and network conditions can change.

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