User Guides

This section contains practical, non-technical recipes for investors who want to put their Bitcoin and stablecoins to work.

Rootstock is the DeFi Layer for Bitcoin. Whether you are a long-term Bitcoin holder or a DeFi yield farmer, these guides will help you navigate the ecosystem securely.

Essential Guides

Before you can earn yield, you need to get set up. These guides cover the basics of interacting with Rootstock.

1. Wallets & Setup

• Setup your Wallet - Configure MetaMask, Defiant, or Ledger for Rootstock.
• Get rBTC - You need a small amount of rBTC to pay for transaction fees.

2. Bridging (Moving Assets)

• BTC to rBTC (The PowPeg) - How to move Bitcoin to Rootstock securely.
• Bridging from Rootstock to other chains - Move stablecoins and tokens from other chains.

3. DeFi & Trading

• Swapping Tokens - How to trade tokens on Rootstock DEXs.
• Lending & Borrowing - Borrow stablecoins against your Bitcoin collateral.

Security & Risks

Investing in DeFi involves risk. We prioritize security, but you should always do your own research.

• Self-Custody: You are in control of your private keys. Learn about Wallet Security.
• Audits: All Vault contracts are audited. View Audit Reports.
• Peg Security: Learn how the PowPeg secures your Bitcoin.