# Bridge Ethereum (ETH) to Optimism

**Published by:** [KYC](https://paragraph.com/@kyc-2/)
**Published on:** 2022-08-06
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@kyc-2/bridge-ethereum-eth-to-optimism

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If you want to bridge Ethereum (ETH) to the Optimism Layer 2 network with the lowest gas fee, you've come to the right place. Discover the cheapest and quickest way to connect to Optimism using the leading interoperability protocol for all smart-contract platforms. A. How to bridge from Ethereum (ETH) to Optimism The best way to bridge from Ethereum (ETH) to the Optimism L2 is through a cross-chain DEX like Synapse Protocol. The platform allows you to bridge ETH, or stablecoins like USDC or USDT for the lowest fees on market. To transfer funds from ETH to Optimism, follow this step-by-step guide: Step 1: Visit the Synapse Protocol and sign with Metamask or another Web3 WalletConnect walletStep 2: Choose Metamask and click “Next” on the pop-up to proceedChoose MetamaskStep 3: Add Optimism to MetamaskAdd Optimism to MetamaskStep 4: Select ETH as your current network & Optimism as your destination networkSwitch Optimism as the destination to bridge funds toThen select Ethereum as the current networkSelect ETH as the current networkStep 5: Input the token you want to bridge to Optimism (ETH, USDC, USDT or DAI)Input amount of TokenStep 6: Confirm the details and process the transactionConfirm the transactionStep 7: The funds will arrive on your Optimism Wallet within 5 minutes. Done! B. Depositing Funds into PoolTogether on Optimism Once you have ETH and USDC on Optimism, deposit USDC into PoolTogether to earn OP tokens as well as participate in daily prize draws. The prizes come from the interest that is accrued on all deposited funds. Step 1: Log on to PoolTogether on Optimism and connect your wallet on Optimism.Connect with MetamaskStep 2: Given that USDC and ETH have been bridged to Optimism, proceed to deposit.Proceed to depositStep 3: Enter the amount of USDC you want to deposit and click the Review Deposit button.Enter amount of tokens to depositStep 4: Click on Confirm Deposit.Confirm the detailsStep 5: Confirm the transaction on your Metamask.Confirm the transactionStep 6: Click on Account to view your total balance.Check balanceWith this, we have bridged funds to Optimism and deposited USDC on PoolTogether, earning guaranteed OP rewards in addition to the chance to win prizes.

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