> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.powfi.alephium.org/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Funding a Wallet

> Get ALPH into your Alephium wallet: buy it in your wallet, withdraw from an exchange, bridge it, or receive it.

There are several simple ways to get **ALPH** into your Alephium wallet: buy it directly through a supported wallet, withdraw it from a centralized exchange, bridge ALPH from another network, or receive it from another wallet.

**TL;DR.** If you are new to crypto, the easiest option is usually to **buy ALPH directly in the Alephium Mobile or Desktop Wallet**. If you already have ALPH on an exchange, you can withdraw it directly to your Alephium wallet. If you hold ALPH on **Ethereum or BSC**, you can use the [**Alephium Bridge**](https://powfi.alephium.org/bridge/) to move it to the native Alephium network.

## The main funding paths

| Path | Best for |
| - | - |
| **Buy ALPH in your wallet** | Getting ALPH with fiat |
| **Centralized exchange withdrawal** | If you already use an exchange |
| **Bridge ALPH** | If you already hold ALPH on Ethereum or BSC |
| **Receive ALPH** | If someone is sending you ALPH |

## Path 1: Buy ALPH in your wallet

The **Alephium Mobile and Desktop Wallets** support buying ALPH directly with fiat through an integrated [on-ramp](https://alephium.org/news/post/making-alph-more-accessible-than-ever/). Depending on your location and provider availability, you can use options such as a debit or credit card, bank transfer, or Apple Pay.

1. Open your Alephium Mobile or Desktop Wallet.

2. Select the option to **buy ALPH**.

3. Choose your payment method and amount.

4. Complete the payment and any required verification.

5. ALPH is sent directly to your wallet.

**Note:** Availability and payment methods vary by country.

## Path 2: Centralized exchange withdrawal

If you already have ALPH on a [centralized exchange](https://www.coingecko.com/en/coins/alephium#markets), you can withdraw it directly to your Alephium wallet.

1. Copy your **Alephium wallet address**.

2. Open the withdrawal section of your exchange.

3. Select **ALPH**.

4. Paste your Alephium address.

5. Make sure you select the **Alephium network**.

6. Confirm the withdrawal.

Always double-check the address and network before confirming a withdrawal. For a large transfer, consider sending a small test amount first.

## Path 3: Bridge ALPH from another network

ALPH is also available on Ethereum and BSC as bridged versions. You can bridge it to native Alephium from inside Powfi at [powfi.alephium.org/bridge](https://powfi.alephium.org/bridge/).

The basic flow is:

**Connect wallets → Select networks → Select ALPH → Review → Confirm → Redeem**

Bridge transfers generally take several minutes. Around **5-10 minutes from Ethereum to Alephium** and around **2-5 minutes from BSC to Alephium**.

<Warning>
  Only use the official bridge entry points, [powfi.alephium.org/bridge](https://powfi.alephium.org/bridge/) or [bridge.alephium.org](https://bridge.alephium.org/), and check that you are moving the correct ALPH asset.
</Warning>

## Path 4: Receive ALPH from another wallet

You can also receive ALPH directly from another person or wallet.

Simply:

1. Copy your **Alephium wallet address**.

2. Share it with the sender.

3. The sender sends ALPH to your address.

4. Wait for the transaction to confirm.

Only share your **wallet address**. Never share your seed phrase or private keys.

## After funding

Once your ALPH arrives, check that:

* Your wallet shows the expected **ALPH balance**.

* The transaction appears in your wallet history.

* You have enough ALPH available for transaction fees.

You can then use your ALPH to [swap](/user-guide/swap), [stake](/user-guide/stake), or [provide liquidity](/user-guide/provide-liquidity) through Powfi.


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