Question 1

Is my crypto safe inside the bridge?

Accepted Answer

Yes, because Polygon Bridge is built on non-custodial smart contracts. Your assets are secured by mathematics and open-source code rather than human intermediaries. However, you should always check contract verification statuses and security profiles on the L2BEAT risk database before deploying large sums.

Question 2

How long does a bridge transfer take?

Accepted Answer

Transaction speed depends on block confirmation times on the source chain. Native L1 networks like Bitcoin or Ethereum might require several minutes to confirm finality, whereas L2 networks are processed in seconds. You can track block confirmations on blockchain explorers.

Question 3

What fees are involved in bridging?

Accepted Answer

Bridging involves two main fees: the source network gas fee (to deposit the token), and the protocol fee (to cover validators and target chain execution). Polygon Bridge optimizes these parameters dynamically to offer the lowest rates, enabling cheaper access to decentralized finance (DeFi).

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