Tunnel in 3 steps
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Choose how much DAI to send and paste the Cardano address that should receive funds on Cardano mainnet.
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Open the order to freeze the quote and reveal a one-time deposit destination.
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Broadcast DAI to that destination. Once confirmations clear, ADA is pushed to your payout wallet.
Before you broadcast
- Deposits on ERC-20 on Ethereum follow that chain's confirmation times.
- Send only on ERC-20 on Ethereum — other networks are not interchangeable.
- Double-check the network on your order page before you send.
- Still waiting on ADA? Give the wallet a few minutes to sync, then share your Exchange ID with support if the order already lists a payout hash.
Dai on Ethereum
Always match DAI on ERC-20 on Ethereum when you send or receive — wrong-network transfers may not be credited.
Before you send
Use a wallet that supports ERC-20 on Ethereum.
Verify the deposit network on your order page matches your wallet.
Cardano — research-driven layer-1
ADA is the native token of Cardano — a proof-of-stake network focused on security and formal verification.
ADA payout delays
Resync your Cardano wallet if the order shows a sent transaction but balance is unchanged.
When will ADA arrive?
Cardano block times are around 20 seconds — payouts typically follow within several blocks.
- Use a Shelley-era Cardano address compatible with your wallet.
- Check a Cardano explorer with the payout tx hash from your order page.
- Allow a few extra minutes if your wallet is still syncing the latest epoch.
Before you swap
Avoid wrong-network deposits and address format mistakes — read these guides first.
Coin swap hubs
More no-KYC swap pairs and guides for each asset.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need KYC to swap DAI for ADA on TunnelSwap?
No. TunnelSwap is an anonymous no-KYC, privacy-first exchange. There is no account, no ID upload, and no standing balance for Dai → Cardano swaps.
How fast is a DAI → ADA swap?
Most routes settle within minutes. Final timing follows ERC-20 on Ethereum deposit confirmations and Cardano mainnet payout speed.
Does TunnelSwap hold my DAI or ADA?
No. You fund the deposit from your wallet and ADA is sent straight to the address you paste — non-custodial, wallet to wallet.
What if I use the wrong network for DAI?
Only send on the network shown for the order (ERC-20 on Ethereum). Wrong-chain deposits can be unrecoverable — review the safety guides before you broadcast.