Polygon, POL Gas & Bridging USDC
Fast, cheap, and purpose-built for creators—here's why Adultra picked Polygon and how to move funds onto it in minutes.
Why Polygon?
- ⚡ Fast Blocks finalise in <2 seconds—perfect for live shoot payments.
- 💸 Ultra-low fees A typical USDC transfer costs around $0.01.
- 🌐 Exchange support Coinbase, Kraken, Binance and more offer direct Polygon withdrawals.
- 🔒 Security Polygon inherits Ethereum's security plus its own validator set.
POL—the gas token
You'll pay fees in POL (Polygon's native token). Don't worry—Adultra auto-airdrops a small amount after your first ≥200 USDC deposit so you're never stuck.
Bridging USDC from other chains
Already hold USDC on Ethereum, Arbitrum, or elsewhere? Bridge it in four clicks:
- Visit the official Circle Bridge (or Hop, Synapse—your choice).
- Connect the wallet that holds USDC.
- Select
“Ethereum → Polygon”
(or your source chain). - Enter amount and paste your Adultra wallet address. Confirm and wait ~5 minutes.
Quick tips & FAQs
- Wrong network? Sent USDC on Ethereum directly to your Polygon address? Use the bridge's “reverse” option—funds are safe.
- Need POL fast? matic.supply faucet gives 0.001 POL—enough for several transactions.
- Test first Try $5 before moving large sums; bridges are safe but irreversible.
Next steps
Ready to fund? Follow the wallet guide then lock your 200 USDC Studio Retainer and start booking talent today.