Buy & Swap Waves (WAVES)
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What is Waves (WAVES)?
Layer-1 blockchain
Waves (WAVES) is a Layer-1 blockchain — a base network with its own consensus, validators, and native coin (WAVES) used to pay fees and secure the chain. Developers build applications directly on it, and WAVES is the asset that powers the whole ecosystem.
How does Waves work?
The Waves network is maintained by a distributed set of participants who validate transactions and add them to the blockchain. WAVES is required to pay for transactions and, on many networks, to stake and help secure the chain in exchange for rewards.
What is WAVES used for?
WAVES pays network fees, can often be staked for yield, and serves as the core unit of value across apps built on Waves. Demand for WAVES tends to track activity and adoption on the network itself.
How to buy or swap WAVES
- Pick WAVES as the asset you want to receive.
- Choose what you're paying with — crypto or a fiat card.
- Monivo compares every connected exchange and routes your order to the best available rate.
- Paste your wallet address and confirm — funds arrive in minutes.
WAVES swap FAQ
- How do I swap to WAVES on Monivo?
- Choose WAVES as the asset you want to receive, pick what you're paying with, paste your wallet address, and confirm. Monivo routes your order to the provider offering the best rate and your WAVES arrives in minutes — no account needed.
- Is buying Waves on Monivo non-custodial?
- Yes. Monivo never holds your funds. WAVES is sent directly to the wallet address you provide, so you stay in control the whole time.
- Which network does WAVES use here?
- Monivo supports Waves on the Waves network. Always double-check that your receiving wallet supports this network before confirming.
- What fees apply when I swap WAVES?
- There are no hidden Monivo markups — the quote you see already reflects the best aggregated rate across connected providers, including their network and processing fees.
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