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Swap ZK ETH 🔁 ERC20 tokens on zkSync with Wraith Wallet

Learn how to swap zkSync Ethereum (ZK ETH) to ERC20 tokens and vice versa. Whether you want to convert ZK ETH into a token like zkSync (ZK) or swap ERC20 tokens back to ZK ETH, this guide explains the process step by step.

TLDR​

Wraith Wallet carries out swaps directly on the zkSync blockchain using smart contracts.

Transaction fees are paid in ZK ETH, so make sure you have some available.

The wallet automatically optimises routes for cost-effectiveness and reduced slippage.

⚠️ Keep Wraith Wallet updated to the latest version for security and performance.

Swap ZK ETH to an ERC20 token​

Step 1 - Enable the ERC20 token​

For this example, we’ll swap zkSync Ethereum (ZK ETH) to zkSync (ZK).

Confirm your wallet is funded with ZK ETH.

Tap Swap.

Search for the ERC20 token you want (e.g. ZK).

Enable it so it’s available for swapping.

Step 2 - Enter swap amount and confirm​

Tap Swap again and select ZK.

Enter the amount of ZK ETH you want to convert.

Double-check that you’ve left enough ZK ETH for fees.

Review the swap details and tap Confirm.

Step 3 - Wait for confirmation​

The swap is broadcasted to the zkSync blockchain.

It usually confirms within a few seconds.

Once processed, your ZK balance will appear in Wraith Wallet.

✅ You’ve successfully swapped ZK ETH to ZK.

Swap an ERC20 token back to ZK ETH​

Step 1 - Approve the ERC20 token​

For this example, we’ll swap zkSync (ZK) back into ZK ETH.

Tap Swap.

Select ZK as the token to swap from.

Tap Approve ZK to Swap.

Wait for the approval to be confirmed on the network.

Step 2 - Enter swap amount and confirm​

Enter the amount of ZK you want to swap to ZK ETH.

Tap Swap and carefully review the details.

Tap Confirm to finalise the trade.

Step 3 - Wait for confirmation​

The transaction is processed on the zkSync blockchain.

Once confirmed, your ZK ETH balance will be updated in Wraith Wallet.

✅ You’ve successfully swapped ERC20 tokens back into ZK ETH.

Why swap zkSync with Wraith Wallet?​

On-chain: All swaps are executed directly on zkSync, transparent and verifiable.

Optimised: Smart routing ensures better rates with less slippage.

Non-custodial: Your funds remain in your control at all times.

Transparent: Built openly so the community can verify its integrity.

Swapping ZK ETH and ERC20 tokens with Wraith Wallet is fast, reliable, and simple.

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