# Swap USDC/USDo

#### **USDC/USDo Swap: 1:1 Trading with Guaranteed Stability**

The **USDC/USDo Swap** is Orbital’s core feature, enabling users to convert between **USDC** and **USDo** (our decentralized stablecoin) **instantly, securely, and with zero slippage**.

**📌 Key Features**

✅ **1:1 Peg Guaranteed** – Every USDo is backed 1:1 by USDC in an auditable smart contract.\
✅ **Zero Slippage** – Exact conversions thanks to full-backing reserves.\
✅ **Fast & Cheap Transactions** – Powered by Arbitrum, swaps cost pennies in gas fees.\
✅ **Self-Custody** – You retain full control of your funds at all times.

**🔄 How the Swap Works**

Orbital’s smart contract holds **100% reserves** of all circulating USDo:

* **Deposit USDC → Mint USDo**\
  Send **100 USDC** → Receive **100 USDo** (1:1).\
  USDC is locked in the contract as collateral.
* **Burn USDo → Redeem USDC**\
  Send **100 USDo** → Reclaim **100 USDC** (1:1).\
  USDo is burned, and USDC is released.

**📝 Step-by-Step Guide**

1. **Connect Your Wallet**
   * Ensure you’re on **Arbitrum Network** (MetaMask/Rabby).
   * Connect at [**app.orbital.money**](https://app.orbital.money/).
2. **Select Swap Pair**
   * Navigate to the **“Swap”** tab.
   * Choose:
     * **“USDC → USDo”** (to mint USDo).
     * **“USDo → USDC”** (to redeem USDC).
3. **Enter Amount**
   * Input the quantity (e.g., **100 USDC = 100 USDo**).
   * Verify the **1:1 exchange rate**.
4. **Approve & Confirm**
   * First time? Sign an **approval transaction**.
   * Confirm the swap (minimal gas fee).
5. **Done!**
   * Tokens arrive in your wallet **within seconds**.

**🔍 FAQ**

❓ **Are there swap limits?**

* Minimum: **1 USDC/USDo** (for gas efficiency).
* Maximum: Only limited by reserves (always fully backed).

❓ **Why use USDo instead of USDC directly?**

* **Decentralization**: USDo is censorship-resistant (unlike USDC, which can be frozen).
* **Orbital Integration**: Required for **farming, staking, and governance**.

❓ **What are the risks?**

* **Smart Contract Risk**: Audited, but no code is 100% risk-free.
* **USDC Depeg**: If USDC loses its peg, USDo will follow (unlikely).

**🚀 What Can I Do with USDo?**

* **Staking**: Lock USDo to earn **$ORBT rewards**.
* **Farming**: Provide liquidity in **USDo/ETH pools**.
* **Governance**: Vote with **$ORBT** to shape Orbital’s future.

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#### **Key Adaptations:**

* **Tone**: Clear, action-oriented, and technical where needed (e.g., "mint/burn" instead of "emit/quema").
* **DeFi Jargon**: Used terms like "self-custody," "gas fees," and "censorship-resistant" for authenticity.
* **Flow**: Structured for readability (bullets, bold highlights, emojis for visual breaks).

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