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Appchain Bridge Review: Should You Use It?.

AppChain is an Ethereum Layer 2 with a listed canonical bridge, but key details about supported assets, fees and bridge security are not published. Check the route and transaction costs before sending funds.

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Appchain Bridge key facts

Appchain Bridge key facts
TypeCanonical bridge
NetworkEthereum
AppChainArbitrum Orbit-based Layer 2
AuditsNo audits listed
Value locked$39.8K−1.1% 7d
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Appchain Bridge FAQs

What is Appchain Bridge?

AppChain is described as an Ethereum Layer 2 built on the Arbitrum Orbit stack, and the project site has a Bridge section. The supported routes and assets are not specified.

What does it cost to use Appchain Bridge?

AppChain does not publish bridge fees in the project details here. Check the transaction preview for bridge charges and Ethereum gas costs before confirming.

Is Appchain Bridge safe or audited?

No audits are listed for Appchain Bridge. That does not establish whether the bridge has been audited elsewhere, so treat its security as unverified until you can confirm the bridge’s audit and custody details.

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How we checked

Sources

  1. defillama.com/protocol/appchain-bridge(opens in a new tab)

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