How to Use Ronin Network: A Practical Guide

Ronin is an EVM-compatible blockchain developed by Sky Mavis, the company behind Axie Infinity. It is focused on games and apps that use blockchain-based items, tokens and player economies. Like other blockchains, it records transactions on a shared network rather than in one app’s private database.

To use it, you generally need a wallet that supports Ronin, the relevant token or app, and RON to pay network transaction fees. You may use Ronin to interact with games, transfer supported assets or connect to other ecosystem apps. Those actions are not risk-free: a transaction can be irreversible, an app can have its own vulnerabilities, and an asset’s value can change.

Keep these three pieces distinct:

Term	What it means
Ronin	The blockchain network
RON	The network’s native token, used for fees
Ronin Wallet	A wallet product for managing assets and using Ronin

The network’s EVM compatibility can make it familiar to people who have used Ethereum-compatible apps, but it does not mean that every token, wallet setting or bridge route is automatically compatible.

Start by choosing a wallet that explicitly supports Ronin and the assets or apps you plan to use. Ronin Wallet is associated with the network, but you should still confirm that you are using the genuine app or browser extension. A wallet stores or manages access to your keys; it does not guarantee that an app or transaction is safe.

Set it up in a private place, and write down the recovery phrase only if the wallet provides one. Store it offline somewhere secure. Anyone who gets that phrase may be able to control the assets, and legitimate support staff should not need it. Do not paste it into a website, send it in a message or save it in an unprotected note.

Before you connect a wallet:

1. Confirm the wallet name and publisher in the app store or extension store.
2. Check that Ronin appears as the active network before a transaction.
3. Review the permissions and transaction details before approving.
4. Keep a separate wallet for experimenting if you plan to test unfamiliar apps.

If you already use an EVM wallet, do not assume its existing network settings or displayed tokens are correct for Ronin. Verify the network through the wallet’s own trusted settings and check the asset details before sending.

RON is Ronin’s native token and is used to pay for transactions on the network. If you plan to send a token, interact with a game or approve an app request, you may need a small RON balance for the network fee. Keep enough for the transaction you intend to make, but avoid holding more than you are comfortable exposing to wallet or account risk.

There is no single fixed fee you should assume for every action. Costs can vary by transaction and network conditions, and an app may charge separate fees. Check the final amount shown in your wallet before you sign. If the fee or requested action looks unexpected, reject it and investigate rather than approving quickly.

Buying or acquiring RON is separate from using the network. Availability, exchange withdrawal support and charges can differ by service and location. Before funding an account, confirm that the service supports withdrawals to Ronin and check its current fees and terms. A ticker alone is not enough to identify a token: verify that the asset and destination network match.

Do not confuse the network fee with a game purchase or an app’s own charge. Read each transaction prompt, and keep a record of what you are authorizing.

Moving assets between Ronin and another blockchain usually involves a bridge or a service that routes assets across networks. Ronin’s bridge suffered a major hack in 2022. That history makes it especially important to verify the route and understand the risk before transferring; a bridge can involve smart contracts and other infrastructure that may fail or be exploited.

Use this careful sequence:

1. Confirm the asset, source network and destination network before opening a transfer.
2. Verify that the bridge service supports that exact asset and route.
3. Check the quoted amount, fees, estimated timing and any refund conditions.
4. Confirm the destination wallet address and network in your own wallet.
5. If the amount is material to you, consider a small test transfer first.
6. Keep the transaction record and wait for confirmation before making another transfer.

Never rely on a token name or logo alone. Similar names can refer to different assets, and a token sent through an unsupported route may not arrive in a usable form. Do not follow unsolicited messages or search ads that ask you to connect your wallet or enter a recovery phrase. If a transfer is delayed, check its status through the service and network tools you independently trust; do not pay a stranger to “recover” it.

Ronin is intended for blockchain games and apps, including experiences connected with Axie Infinity. The network’s Discovery feature in Ronin Wallet has been described as a way to explore games, apps and services, but listings or availability can change. Treat every app as a separate decision: the chain itself does not guarantee that an app is reliable, profitable or suitable for you.

Before connecting your wallet, check what the app does, which assets it uses and what permissions it requests. A request to approve token spending can give an app permission to use tokens beyond the immediate action, depending on the approval. If you do not understand a prompt, cancel it and look for an explanation from a source you trust.

For a game or marketplace, check whether an item is held in your wallet, whether it can be transferred, and whether any purchase or withdrawal has extra terms. Avoid treating in-game assets as guaranteed investments: demand, utility and resale options can change, and you may not be able to sell an item when you want.

A cautious first use is to connect a wallet with limited funds, review each prompt, and avoid granting broad permissions unless you understand the consequences.

Ronin’s EVM compatibility means some concepts and tools may feel familiar if you have used Ethereum-compatible networks. It does not make Ronin the same network as Ethereum. A transaction on one chain does not automatically appear on another, and an address that looks familiar can still be used with the wrong network or asset.

Before sending, verify all of the following:

• The receiving service or wallet supports Ronin deposits for that specific asset.
• The sender and receiver show the same destination network.
• The address is copied from the intended account and has not been altered.
• You understand any minimum deposit, confirmation or withdrawal requirements.
• You have enough RON for any follow-up transaction on Ronin.

A centralized exchange may support a token on one network but not another, and its deposit instructions can change. Check the current deposit screen immediately before sending. If the service does not explicitly support the route, do not try it as an experiment. Likewise, do not use an Ethereum address or token contract as proof that an asset is compatible with Ronin.

For larger transfers, a small test can help catch a network or address mistake, though it cannot guarantee that every later step will succeed.

Ronin carries the usual risks of self-custody and blockchain apps, along with the added need to be careful around cross-chain transfers. Transactions are generally difficult or impossible to reverse once confirmed. A compromised recovery phrase, malicious approval, vulnerable app or bridge failure can put funds at risk. Token prices and game-item demand can also fall sharply.

Avoid these common mistakes:

• Sending before checking the network: Match the asset, route and destination network on both sides.
• Approving a prompt without reading it: Check the asset, amount and permission requested; reject unclear requests.
• Sharing your recovery phrase: Keep it private and offline; no support agent needs it.
• Trusting a token logo or ticker: Verify the specific asset and supported route.
• Assuming a displayed balance is withdrawable: Check the app’s current withdrawal and transfer conditions.
• Keeping all funds in one wallet: Consider limiting the balance in wallets used with unfamiliar apps.

If you suspect a wallet is compromised, stop using it for new approvals and move remaining assets to a secure wallet only if you can do so safely. Revoke token permissions using a trusted tool where applicable, and never pay an unsolicited recovery service. Security steps can reduce risk, but they cannot guarantee recovery.

Before using Ronin, decide what you want to do and check only the requirements for that action. If you are trying a game, you may need a wallet and a supported asset. If you are transferring tokens, you also need to confirm the exact network, route and receiving service. If you are only learning, avoid connecting a wallet or funding it until you have a clear reason.

Use this final checklist:

• I have the genuine wallet app and control its recovery method.
• I know which network is active and which token I am using.
• I have enough RON for the transaction and have reviewed the fee.
• I understand the app’s permissions and any separate charges.
• I verified the bridge or exchange route and destination details.
• I am comfortable losing the amount exposed to the app or transfer.

If one item is uncertain, pause. Check the wallet prompt, app terms or exchange deposit instructions before signing or sending. Ronin can make blockchain games and assets accessible through an EVM-compatible network, but convenience does not remove the need to check every transaction. Keep your recovery phrase private and treat each bridge, app and token as its own risk.