Get started with Arc network in Phantom
Arc is an EVM-compatible network developed by Circle that uses USDC to pay network fees. Phantom supports Arc, so you can hold, send, receive, buy, and swap tokens on the network, as well as connect Phantom to apps on Arc.
Warning: Always confirm the recipient address and network before you send. Blockchain transactions cannot be reversed, and sending to the wrong address or network may result in permanent loss.
Verify that Arc is on #
In Phantom, go to Settings > Active Networks and make sure Arc is on.
If Arc isn’t listed, update Phantom to the latest version from the App Store, Google Play, or Chrome Web Store, then check again.
Find your Arc address #
Tap the + button in the lower right, then tap Receive, then tap the network selector and choose Arc.
Get USDC on Arc #
Arc uses USDC to pay network fees, just as Solana uses SOL. You need USDC on Arc. USDC on Solana, Ethereum, or another network can’t pay Arc network fees.
You can get USDC on Arc in either of these ways:
- Buy with Cash on mobile: Open USDC in Phantom, tap the chevron next to the token ticker, and choose USDC on Arc. Tap Trade > Buy, set your payment method to Cash, and enter the amount. Tap Review, review the details, then tap Confirm.
- Receive from another wallet or exchange:
- On mobile, tap the + button in the lower right, then tap Receive, then tap the network selector and choose Arc. Copy your address into the sending app, select Arc as the network, and complete the transfer.
- In the browser extension, open the Home tab and click Receive. Next to Arc, click the QR code icon to display a scannable code, or click the copy icon to copy the address. Copy your address into the sending app, select Arc as the network, and complete the transfer.
If your Cash account isn’t funded yet, see Fund your Cash account with Apple Pay, Google Pay, debit card, or bank.
Send tokens on Arc #
On mobile, tap the + button in the lower right, then tap Send. Choose USDC on Arc or another token. Enter or paste the recipient address, and enter the amount. Review the network and fee before confirming.
In the browser extension, on the Home tab, click Send, then choose USDC on Arc or another token. Enter or paste the recipient address, and enter the amount. Review the network and fee before confirming.
Trade on Arc #
You can buy and sell tokens and connect to apps on Arc. Before trading, make sure you’ve selected the token on the Arc network.
Keep some USDC on Arc to pay network fees.
During an eligible swap on Arc, you may be asked to enable gasless swaps. Follow the prompts to get started. See Understanding gasless EVM transactions in Phantom for details.