Chainlink has launched CCIP Vault Adapters, which let DeFi vaults on one network accept deposits from users on over 80 supported blockchains without requiring them to bridge assets manually. Aave, Lombard, Venus, Veda, and several other platforms have already adopted the infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs Chainlinks OneClick CrossChain Vault Deposits
Beginner Questions
What is Chainlinks new oneclick crosschain vault deposit feature
Its a tool that lets you deposit crypto into a vault on one blockchain using funds you hold on a different blockchain all in a single transaction without manually bridging assets yourself
What does crosschain mean
It means moving or using assets across different blockchains For example using funds on Ethereum to deposit into a vault on Arbitrum
How many blockchains does it support
More than 80
What is a vault
A vault is a smart contract that holds and manages your deposited assets often to earn yield or access a protocols services
Do I need to bridge my assets first
No Thats the main point the feature handles the crosschain transfer for you in one step
What does oneclick actually mean
You approve a single transaction and the system routes your funds to the right chain and into the vault automatically
Which wallets can I use
Any standard Web3 wallet that supports the chains involved such as MetaMask Rabby or WalletConnectcompatible wallets
Is it safe to use
Its built on Chainlinks crosschain infrastructure which is widely used and audited That said all DeFi carries some risk never deposit more than you can afford to lose
What fees will I pay
Youll typically pay gas on the source chain a crosschain messaging fee and possibly a small service fee The interface usually shows the total before you confirm
How long does a deposit take
Usually a few minutes but it can vary depending on the source and destination chains
Intermediate Questions
Which assets can I deposit
It depends on the vault and chain but generally major tokens like ETH stablecoins and popular ERC20s are supported Check the specific vaults page for details
Do I need gas on the destination chain
No thats one of the benefits The system covers destinationchain execution so you only need gas on the chain youre sending from
What happens if the transaction fails midway
Most implementations either complete the deposit or refund your funds to the source chain Check the specific providers policy on