Tunnel in 3 steps
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Choose how much TON 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 TON to that destination. Once confirmations clear, ADA is pushed to your payout wallet.
Before you broadcast
- TON confirmations are typically very fast — often under a minute.
- Use a TON mainnet wallet address (UQ… or EQ… format). Do not send jettons unless your order specifies a token.
- Send native TON on The Open Network only — not wrapped TON on other chains.
- 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.
Toncoin — Telegram-native layer-1
TON powers The Open Network — fast transfers, low fees, and deep integration with Telegram wallets and mini-apps.
Sending TON on mainnet
Send native TON from a TON-compatible wallet. Jetton deposits require the exact asset your order lists.
Leave enough TON in your wallet to cover network fees on top of the swap amount.
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 TON 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 Toncoin → Cardano swaps.
How fast is a TON → ADA swap?
Most routes settle within minutes. Final timing follows TON mainnet deposit confirmations and Cardano mainnet payout speed.
Does TunnelSwap hold my TON 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 TON?
Only send on the network shown for the order (TON mainnet). Wrong-chain deposits can be unrecoverable — review the safety guides before you broadcast.