Using Celo
A comprehensive guide to using the Celo platform, from acquiring assets to managing them.
As of block height 31,056,500 (March 26, 2025, 3:00 AM UTC), Celo is no longer a standalone Layer 1 blockchain—it is now an Ethereum Layer 2! Some documentation may be outdated as updates are in progress. If you encounter issues, please file a bug report.
For the most up-to-date information, refer to our Celo L2 documentation.
Introduction to Celo
Celo makes it easy to transact with anyone around the world. Whether you're sending, receiving, swapping, or bridging assets, Celo provides a user-friendly ecosystem with fast transactions at a fraction of the cost of other crypto platforms.
Celo is designed for fast, low-cost payments worldwide, making global financial tools accessible to anyone. Holders of CELO tokens can also participate in network governance, helping shape the platform's future.
Key Features
Gas Fees & Asset Acquisition
Celo offers flexible gas fees that can be paid in various tokens (CELO, cUSD, cEUR, and even ETH in some wallets). This makes onboarding simpler for users new to crypto.
- Learn about gas fees and getting CELO
- Acquire Celo assets on major exchanges
Cross-Chain Bridges
Move assets between Celo and other blockchain networks like Ethereum, Polygon, and Solana using bridges:
- View all available bridges
- Popular options include Squid Router, and SmolRefuel (gas-free)
Decentralized Exchanges
Swap and trade assets within the Celo ecosystem:
- Explore Celo exchanges
- Popular choices include Uniswap, Ubeswap, and Mento for stablecoin swaps
Asset Management
- Self-Custody CELO - Securely manage your own keys
- ReleaseGold - Understand time-locked CELO distributions
- Exchange Assets - Trade between Celo assets
- Asset Management - Advanced asset operations
Participating in the Network
As a Celo token holder, you can actively participate in the network's governance:
- Voting on Governance - Participate in Celo governance decisions
- Governance Parameters - Reference all governable parameters
Getting Support
For questions, comments, and discussions, connect with the Celo community:
New to Celo? Start with the Celo Overview for a complete introduction to the platform.