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# Asset Guide - xSolvBTC

Guide to xSolvBTC on Sei

## What is xSolvBTC?

xSolvBTC is a yield bearing Bitcoin token representing staked Bitcoin in the Babylon ecosystem. Pegged 1:1 with BTC, it enables users to earn Babylon staking rewards while unlocking liquidity and additional yield opportunities across DeFi. Issued by Solv Protocol, xSolvBTC is a liquid asset available across multiple chains and is part of Solv’s broader mission to unify Bitcoin liquidity for DeFi participation.

### Where do I get xSolvBTC?

#### You can get xSolvBTC from:

* On-chain swaps via Sei based DEXs like [**Sailor**](https://sailor.finance/swap/?inputMint=0x3894085ef7ff0f0aedf52e2a2704928d1ec074f1\&outputMint=0x541fd749419ca806a8bc7da8ac23d346f2df8b77) or [**Symphony**](https://symph.ag/)**.**
* Solv Protocol by staking SolvBTC into the Babylon ecosystem.
* Bridging from supported EVM chains where SolvBTC and xSolvBTC are available.

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The following are available as of April 20, 2025

## Get xSolvBTC on Sei

### Method 1: Swap for xSolvBTC on Sei

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## Swap via [Symphony](https://symph.ag/)

* Navigate to [**Symphony**](https://symph.ag/)**.**
* Swap any asset for xSolvBTC.

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### Method 2: Bridge xSolvBTC to Sei via Solv Protocol

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## Get xSolvBTC on [Solv Finance](https://app.solv.finance/xsolvbtc?network=ethereum)

* Acquire wBTC from a CEX or swap on a DEX.
* Navigate to [Solv Protocol](https://app.solv.finance/).
* Deposit wBTC to mint SolvBTC.

![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/AVHC81FYBgMAILvctkBu/blobs/74QbtCIO5BtvgTSA7b2i/image)

* Stake SolvBTC for xSolvBTC.

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## Bridge xSolvBTC to Sei

* Navigate to the [Cross Chain tab](https://app.solv.finance/cross-chain) on Solv.
* Select your source chain and Sei as the destination.

![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/AVHC81FYBgMAILvctkBu/blobs/aVO8WkudxJUgSFEcMnUo/image)

* Review the bridge recommendation and proceed.

![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/AVHC81FYBgMAILvctkBu/blobs/JSSnR0oeGkQQBC5Q55G9/image)

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*(For users with >1 BTC, consider using Free Tunnel for less slippage.)*

* Approve the transaction.

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## Supply xSolvBTC on Yei

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## Deposit xSolvBTC

* Navigate to the [Yei Finance dashboard](https://app.yei.finance/dashboard/).
* Select [Solv Market](https://app.yei.finance/dashboard/?marketName=solv_mainnet).

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* Locate xSolvBTC and click **"Supply"**.
* Enter the amount and confirm the transaction.

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🎉 That’s it! You are now utilizing your xSolvBTC to earn rewards.

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## Bridge xSolvBTC out of Sei

### Method: Cross-chain via Solv Protocol

**How do redemptions work for xSolvBTC?**

Redeem your xSolvBTC by submitting a request on the Solv platform. Processing occurs three times monthly:

* Requests submitted from the 1st to the 9th → Processed on the 20th
* Requests submitted from the 10th to the 19th → Processed on the end of the month
* Requests submitted from the 20th to the end of the month → Processed on the 10th of the following month

🔹 If a processing date falls on a weekend, it shifts to the next business day. A 0.2% redemption fee applies, unlocking expanded DeFi opportunities.

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## Bridge out via Solv Protocol

* Navigate to the [**Solv Cross Chain**](https://app.solv.finance/cross-chain) tab.
* Select **Sei** as the source chain and choose your **destination chain**.
* Review the bridge recommendation and proceed.

![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/AVHC81FYBgMAILvctkBu/blobs/4VLcEkfjbTQJV0Ge00vu/image)

* Approve the transaction.

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*(For users with >1 BTC, consider using Free Tunnel for less slippage.)*
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## Unstake xSolvBTC for SolvBTC

* Navigate to the [xSolvBTC page](https://app.solv.finance/xsolvbtc?network=ethereum).
* Select "**Unstake**" and approve the withdrawal.

![](https://content.gitbook.com/content/AVHC81FYBgMAILvctkBu/blobs/CGWLjSneNYGuQCzhpUiE/image)

* Confirm the redemption and wait for the unlock period.

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* Navigate to the [**portfolio**](https://app.solv.finance/account/portfolio) page to claim SolvBTC after the waiting period.

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* Navigate to the [**SolvBTC page**](https://app.solv.finance/solvbtc?network=ethereum).
* Select **"Withdraw"** and approve the withdrawal.

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* Confirm the redemption and wait for the 7 day unlock period.

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* Navigate to the [**portfolio**](https://app.solv.finance/account/portfolio) page to claim wBTC after the waiting period.
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For large transfers, start with a small test transaction to ensure a smooth process. Once comfortable, gradually increase the amount. Performing multiple test transactions is recommended to understand how the bridge operates.
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