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Bridge User Guide (Testnet)

This guide walks you through using the BitVM Bridge on testnet, including:

  • Bridging vBTC from BitVMNet to Monad Testnet or Ethereum Sepolia to mint YBTC
  • Bridging YBTC back to BitVMNet

Step 1: Configure Xverse Wallet for BitVMNet​

✅ Important: Manually set the Signet BTC URL in Xverse to:
https://esplora.bitvmnet.org

Step 2: Switch to Native SegWit Format in Xverse​

In the Xverse wallet, ensure your address format is set to Native SegWit.

Step 3: Get BitVMNet BTC (vBTC) from TheFaucet​

BitVMNet is an open Bitcoin Signet network supported by Bitlayer, designed for BitVM application development and testing.
BTC on BitVMNet is referred to as vBTC.

To get vBTC:

  • Visit TheFaucet
  • Enter a Bitcoin testnet address starting with tb1q or tb1p
  • Wait ~20 minutes for the faucet to send your vBTC

Once received, you can view your vBTC balance in Xverse.

Step 4: Verify BitVMNet Configuration in Xverse​

Make sure your Xverse wallet is still using the correct Signet BTC URL:
https://esplora.bitvmnet.org

Step 5: Connect Your OKX Wallet​

Connect your OKX Wallet to use Ethereum Sepolia or Monad Testnet as your destination network.

Step 6: Select Target Network​

Choose either Ethereum Sepolia or Monad Testnet as your target network.

Step 7: Input Amount and Target Address​

  • Enter the amount of vBTC to bridge
  • Confirm your EVM-compatible address
  • Proceed to mint YBTC on the selected chain

Bridging YBTC Back to BitVMNet​

Step 1: Switch Target Chain to BitVMNet​

Step 2: Approve and Confirm​

  • Approve the transaction in your wallet
  • Confirm to bridge your YBTC back to vBTC on BitVMNet
FeatureLink
Get BitVMNet BTC (vBTC)TheFaucet
Xverse Wallet Setup GuideSetup Guide
BitVM Bridge InterfaceBitVM Bridge