How to exchange ADA for XLM safely and at a good rate
Exchanging ADA for XLM is useful when you rebalance a portfolio or want to move from one network to another without buying stablecoins in between. At ROVEN exchange the coins are swapped directly, and the rate is locked when you create the order.
Cardano (ADA) is a blockchain with a research-driven approach and staking that doesn’t lock your coins. Stellar (XLM) is a network for international payments and tokenised currencies with sub-cent fees.
Why swap ADA for XLM
Shifting between ADA and XLM is a normal part of managing a portfolio: you change your exposure without cashing out to fiat. Stellar was built for fast, cheap transfers, which makes it handy for payments.
Networks and addresses
| You send ADA | You receive XLM | |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Cardano | Stellar |
| Address | “addr1…” | “G…”, 56 characters |
| Network speed | a block comes roughly every 20 seconds | a transfer confirms in 5–6 seconds |
| Memo / tag | Not needed | Only for an exchange address |
What to watch out for
- Delegated ADA can be sent right away: staking on Cardano doesn’t lock coins.
- A new Stellar account is activated only after it receives 1 XLM.
- If you’re receiving XLM to an exchange address, be sure to enter that exchange’s memo.
- The rate is locked for 30 minutes: send ADA within that time and you’ll receive exactly the amount shown in the order.
How long the swap takes
Swap speed depends on both networks. On Cardano, a block comes roughly every 20 seconds; on Stellar, a transfer confirms in 5–6 seconds. The whole ADA to XLM swap usually takes 5 to 30 minutes once your transfer is confirmed.
Right now ROVEN exchange swaps ADA for XLM at 1 ADA = 1.207998 XLM, with a minimum of 100 ADA. Fill in the form above: no sign-up is needed, and you can track the order status online.
