> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.creditcoin.org/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.creditcoin.org/what-is-creditcoin/ctc-token-101.md).

# CTC Token 101

1. **Mainnet CTC (Native)** – Used on Creditcoin’s **Native chain** for staking, validator roles, and network participation.
2. **Mainnet CTC (EVM)** – Compatible with **EVM-based smart contracts** for DeFi apps on Creditcoin’s EVM environment.

* **Smart Contracts**: Use **Mainnet** **CTC (EVM)** to interact with dApps on Creditcoin’s EVM chain.
* **Gas Fees**: Pay with **Mainnet CTC (Native)** for Substrate transactions and **Mainnet CTC (EVM)** for EVM-based transactions.
* **Staking**: Stake **Mainnet CTC (Native)** to secure the network and earn rewards.
* **DeFi**: Access Ethereum-compatible DeFi applications directly with **Mainnet CTC (EVM)**.

### **CTC Token 101**

#### **What is CTC?**

CTC is the native token that powers the Creditcoin ecosystem. It uses a multichain token architecture that enables network security, smart contract interactions, cross-chain liquidity, and decentralized governance.

This guide explains the different CTC token types and how they work across Creditcoin's Substrate and EVM layers, as well as Ethereum.

#### **CTC on Creditcoin**

Two primary forms of CTC exist within the Creditcoin network:

[**CTC (Native)**](https://creditcoin.subscan.io/assets?tab=system): Used on the Creditcoin network for staking, governance, validator participation, and payment of Substrate-based transaction fees.

[**CTC**](https://creditcoin.blockscout.com/): Powers Creditcoin's EVM layer. Used for smart contract interactions with dApps, trading on Penguinswap for ecosystem tokens, and paying gas fees on Creditcoin EVM.

Learn how to bridge between CTC (Native) and CTC (EVM) using Credit Wallet [here](https://creditcoin.org/blog/how-to-convert-mainnet-ctc-native-to-mainnet-ctc-evm-a-step-by-step-guide/).

#### **CTC on Ethereum**

[**CTC (G-CRE)**](https://etherscan.io/token/0xa3ee21c306a700e682abcdfe9baa6a08f3820419): Creditcoin's ERC-20 token is available and listed as CTC on major centralized exchanges, and the same version is listed as G-CRE on decentralized exchanges. It's often the easiest way to get started, as you can bridge it to the Creditcoin network using the [Swap CTC](https://creditcoin.org/SwapCTC/) tool.

[**WCTC (new)**](https://etherscan.io/token/0xeB32AD88b09fB94129a8B972876Ad02EaAc91E53?ref=creditcoin.org): Upgraded wrapped token version of Creditcoin’s native token on Ethereum, enabling seamless transfers between the Creditcoin, Ethereum, and BSC networks. Unlock cross-chain DeFi access! Available on [Uniswap](https://app.uniswap.org/explore/tokens/ethereum/0xeb32ad88b09fb94129a8b972876ad02eaac91e53?inputCurrency=0xdAC17F958D2ee523a2206206994597C13D831ec7).

[**WCTC (old)**](https://etherscan.io/token/0xaafec8e08d524d534327fa13fb306f440b5f88eb?ref=creditcoin.org): Legacy wrapped token with limited Uniswap liquidity, gradually being deprecated.

#### **Switch Assets Between Networks**

Move CTC tokens between supported networks using:

* [Swap CTC tool](https://creditcoin.org/SwapCTC/): One-way bridge from CTC (G-CRE) to CTC.
* [Wormhole Portal Bridge](https://portalbridge.com/): Two-way bridge for WCTC supporting cross-chain transfers between Creditcoin, Ethereum, and BSC.

### Why Use CTC?

CTC enables you to participate in and benefit from the Creditcoin ecosystem. Whether you're earning staking rewards, building on the EVM layer, voting on protocol upgrades, or accessing airdrops from emerging projects, it's how you access and engage with the network built for purpose-driven missions.

💡 **Ready to get started?** Learn how to acquire CTC assets [here.](https://docs.creditcoin.org/what-is-creditcoin/acquiring-creditcoin-assets)