# Filecoin to Degen (FIL to DEGEN): no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Filecoin (FIL) and receive Degen (DEGEN, a token on Base (Ethereum layer 2)) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Filecoin to Base, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most FIL to DEGEN swaps are paid out within 10–25 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/fil-degen/
Updated: 2026-10-02

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Filecoin (FIL) |
| You receive | Degen (DEGEN), token on Base (Ethereum layer 2) |
| Your DEGEN address | Base address that starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Wallets: Coinbase Wallet, MetaMask or Rabby |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in FIL by your wallet |
| Deposit confirmation | A few minutes on Filecoin |
| DEGEN payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Base confirms it in about a minute |
| Typical swap time | 10–25 minutes until your DEGEN is sent |
| Limits | The exact minimum and maximum FIL amounts are shown live in the exchange box |
| Account / KYC | None for standard swaps: no sign-up, no email, no ID |
| Tracking | Status page with your swap ID; FIL on Filfox; DEGEN on BaseScan |
| Reverse swap | [DEGEN to FIL](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-fil/) |

## How to swap FIL to DEGEN

1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/fil-degen/ and enter the amount of FIL to send.
2. Paste the DEGEN address that should receive the coins.
3. Enter the FIL address you are sending from, then confirm.
4. Send the FIL to the one-time deposit address shown.
5. Receive DEGEN in your wallet and follow the status page with your swap ID.

## FAQ

### How long does it take to swap FIL to DEGEN on GhostSwap?

Most FIL to DEGEN swaps are paid out within 10–25 minutes: the FIL deposit needs a few minutes to confirm on Filecoin, then the DEGEN is sent to your wallet, and Base confirms the payout in about a minute. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange FIL to DEGEN?

No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the Base address that should receive the DEGEN, send FIL from your own wallet, and the DEGEN goes straight to that address. No email, phone number or ID upload.

### What are the fees for converting Filecoin to Degen?

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the DEGEN amount you see is what you receive. On top of that, the Filecoin network fee for your deposit is paid in FIL by your wallet.

### What wallet should I use to receive DEGEN?

To receive Degen from your swap, we recommend using Coinbase Wallet, MetaMask or Rabby. Make sure your wallet supports the Base (Ethereum layer 2) network before starting the exchange. Double-check your DEGEN address before confirming, cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the DEGEN address?

Use a Base address: it starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand. Sending DEGEN to an address on another network can lose the coins.

### Can I track my FIL to DEGEN swap?

Yes. After initiating your swap, GhostSwap provides a transaction status page where you can monitor progress in real-time. You can also track your FIL payment on Filfox (https://filfox.info) and your incoming DEGEN on BaseScan (https://basescan.org).

### Is it safe to exchange FIL for DEGEN on GhostSwap?

GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your FIL deposit is converted and the DEGEN is sent straight to the Base address you enter, so check that address twice, Base transfers cannot be reversed.

### How does a cross-chain FIL to DEGEN swap work?

Filecoin lives on Filecoin and Degen on Base, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your FIL on Filecoin and pays native DEGEN on Base, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.

### What happens if my FIL to DEGEN exchange fails?

If a swap cannot be completed, the FIL is refunded to the Filecoin address you entered as the sender address. If something looks stuck, contact support with your swap ID from the status page. Most problems come from sending a different amount than shown or using an address on the wrong network.

## Related

- [Reverse: DEGEN to FIL](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-fil/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-fil.md))
- [All GhostSwap pairs](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/)
- [How to exchange](https://ghostswap.io/how-to-exchange/)
- [Site guide for AI assistants](https://ghostswap.io/llms.txt)