Swap flow
• 4 min
No sign-up swaps: keep steps explicit
Users succeed when the page makes the sequence obvious: pick pair → enter receive address → send → wait → receive.
instant crypto exchange • no sign-up • fixed & floating rates
SimpleSwap: swap flow notes and updates
This page summarizes the SimpleSwap exchange flow in the language users actually search for: instant crypto swaps, fixed vs floating rates, exchange steps, wallet addresses, confirmations, and integration basics (API, webhooks, widgets). Content is written from a builder’s perspective: explain the flow, reduce uncertainty, and keep the terms precise.
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Rates
• 5 min
Fixed vs floating rate: what to expect
Fixed rate prioritizes certainty; floating rate prioritizes market responsiveness. Explain the trade-off before “Exchange”.
API
• 6 min
API integration: exchanges on the spot
For builders: fixed and floating rates, fiat options, and status tracking via webhooks—optimize your UX around updates.
Security
• 4 min
Address safety: memo/tag checks
Most swap failures come from wrong destination details. Validate chain, address format, and memo/tag requirements.
Swap flow
• 3 min
Status updates that reduce support tickets
Show distinct states: awaiting deposit → confirming → exchanging → sending → finished. Tie each to expected timelines.
API
• 4 min
Webhooks: real-time exchange status
Push-based updates avoid polling. Use webhooks to notify users instantly as the exchange progresses.
How it works
The simplest swap flow is still a transaction lifecycle. Make each step and requirement visible before the user sends funds.
Exchange steps
- Choose a pair: select coin in / coin out and enter the amount.
- Enter receive address: verify chain and address format; add memo/tag if required.
- Send funds: transfer the exact amount to the deposit address.
- Wait for confirmations: network confirmations occur before the exchange finalizes.
- Receive output: funds are sent to the receive address when the status is finished.
Common failure points
- Wrong chain (e.g., token on a different network).
- Missing memo/tag for destination networks that require it.
- Sending less/more than required without reading the rules for that swap.
- Assuming “pending” means lost—often it’s just confirmations.
- Using untrusted domains or sponsored look-alikes.
Fixed rate vs floating rate
Rate choice is a UX decision: certainty vs market movement. Explain it before users commit.
Rate behavior
- Fixed rate: locks the expected output for a limited window; prioritizes predictability.
- Floating rate: tracks the market; output can move during execution, sometimes in the user’s favor, sometimes not.
- UX tip: show what “locked” means and when it expires; label any constraints clearly.
API notes (for integrators)
Integration succeeds when status updates are reliable and UX stays in one place.
Integration building blocks
- API docs: published at api.simpleswap.io.
- Exchange types: support for fixed rate and floating rate flows.
- Fiat options: buy/sell flows can be exposed depending on region and provider availability.
- Widgets: embed an exchange flow without leaving your site.
Webhooks and status
- Use webhooks for real-time notifications instead of polling.
- Map statuses to user-friendly language (“confirming”, “exchanging”, “sending”).
- Expose an exchange ID so support can locate a swap quickly.
Security notes
Security is mostly about preventing the avoidable mistakes: wrong domain, wrong network, wrong address details.
Domain & link hygiene
- Bookmark the domain you trust and use it every time.
- Be skeptical of sponsored look-alikes and unsolicited DMs.
- Verify wallet prompts match your intent and network.
Address correctness
- Confirm chain/network before sending (native coin vs token).
- Use copy/paste carefully; double-check the first/last characters.
- For memo/tag networks: missing details can delay or break delivery.
FAQ
Fast answers using the exact phrases people search for.
What is a fixed rate vs a floating rate exchange?
Fixed rate locks the amount you will receive for a limited time window. Floating rate follows the market and can change between quote and execution.
Do I need to register or pass KYC to swap?
SimpleSwap markets a no-sign-up flow for swaps. Always review the requirements shown for the specific asset and payment method you choose.
Where are the API docs?
API documentation is available at api.simpleswap.io. Builders can use integrations such as widgets and webhooks for exchange status updates.
Why do swaps take time?
Swaps include network confirmations and backend execution steps. A good status page distinguishes “confirming”, “exchanging”, “sending”, and “finished”.