Exchange in 3 steps
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Choose how much ADA to send and enter your Optimism address on Optimism mainnet.
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Hit Exchange to open your order page with the live rate and deposit details.
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Transfer ADA to the address on your order — after confirmations, OP is sent to your wallet automatically.
What do you need to know?
- Cardano deposits need several confirmations before the swap proceeds.
- Block times are around 20 seconds but can vary with network load.
- Use a Shelley-era Cardano address — legacy Byron formats may not be supported on all routes.
- OP not visible yet? Wait a few minutes, resync your wallet, then contact support with your order ID if the payout tx is already listed.
Cardano — research-driven layer-1
ADA is the native token of Cardano — a proof-of-stake network focused on security and formal verification.
Sending ADA
Send native ADA on Cardano mainnet from a compatible wallet.
Leave enough ADA for the transaction fee in addition to your swap amount.
Optimism — Ethereum L2 with low fees
OP is the governance token of Optimism — an Ethereum rollup with fast, low-cost transfers and deep Superchain liquidity.
OP not received?
Confirm your wallet is on Optimism mainnet and fully synced.
OP payout tips
- Payouts go to Optimism — verify your wallet RPC is set to Optimism, not Ethereum mainnet.
- Check Optimistic Etherscan with the payout tx hash from your order page.
- Allow a minute for your wallet to refresh after the explorer shows the transfer.
Before you swap
Avoid wrong-network deposits and address format mistakes — read these guides first.
Coin swap hubs
More no-KYC swap pairs and guides for each asset.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need KYC to swap ADA to OP?
No. SendSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange — no account, no ID checks, and no KYC for Cardano to Optimism swaps.
How long does ADA to OP take?
Most swaps finish in 1–5 minutes. Timing depends on Cardano mainnet and Optimism mainnet confirmations and current network load.
Is ADA to OP non-custodial?
Yes. You send ADA from your wallet and receive OP directly to the address you provide — SendSwap never holds your keys.
What if I send ADA on the wrong network?
Always match the network on your order page (Cardano mainnet for deposits). Wrong-network sends may not be credited — read our swap safety guides before you send.