How to Use QuickSwap on Polygon (2026)
QuickSwap was the first DEX I used on Polygon. It’s fast, it’s Polygon-native, and it works. Here’s how to swap tokens and add liquidity — and why I eventually moved to Uniswap for RizeCoin’s pool.
When I started building on Polygon, QuickSwap was the obvious starting point. It’s the most established DEX built specifically for Polygon, and most guides at the time pointed there first. I used it for RizeCoin’s initial liquidity pool before eventually moving to Uniswap. Both work — the choice depends on what you need.
This guide covers how to use QuickSwap for swapping tokens and adding liquidity on Polygon.
Before You Start
What you need:
• MetaMask connected to Polygon Mainnet — see how to connect MetaMask to Polygon
• POL for gas fees — every transaction on Polygon costs a small amount of POL. See how to buy POL on MEXC
• Tokens to swap — USDC is the most practical starting point. See how to buy USDC on Polygon
• MetaMask connected to Polygon Mainnet — see how to connect MetaMask to Polygon
• POL for gas fees — every transaction on Polygon costs a small amount of POL. See how to buy POL on MEXC
• Tokens to swap — USDC is the most practical starting point. See how to buy USDC on Polygon
How to Swap Tokens on QuickSwap
Step 1 — Go to QuickSwap
Open quickswap.exchange in your browser.
Step 2 — Connect your wallet
Click “Connect Wallet” in the top right and select MetaMask. Confirm the connection in MetaMask. Make sure the network shows Polygon.
Step 3 — Select your tokens
Choose the token you want to swap FROM and the token you want to receive. For example: USDC → POL.
If a token doesn’t appear in the list, you can paste its contract address directly. See how to import a token if it’s not showing in your wallet.
Step 4 — Enter the amount
Type the amount you want to swap. QuickSwap will automatically calculate how much you’ll receive based on current pool prices.
Step 5 — Check slippage
Click the settings icon (⚙️) to see your slippage tolerance. For major pairs like USDC/POL, 0.5% is usually fine. For low-liquidity tokens, you may need to increase it — but higher slippage exposes you to MEV bots.
Step 6 — Swap
Click “Swap.” MetaMask will ask you to confirm. Check the gas fee shown — on Polygon it’s typically under $0.01. Confirm and wait a few seconds for the transaction to complete.
Open quickswap.exchange in your browser.
Step 2 — Connect your wallet
Click “Connect Wallet” in the top right and select MetaMask. Confirm the connection in MetaMask. Make sure the network shows Polygon.
Step 3 — Select your tokens
Choose the token you want to swap FROM and the token you want to receive. For example: USDC → POL.
If a token doesn’t appear in the list, you can paste its contract address directly. See how to import a token if it’s not showing in your wallet.
Step 4 — Enter the amount
Type the amount you want to swap. QuickSwap will automatically calculate how much you’ll receive based on current pool prices.
Step 5 — Check slippage
Click the settings icon (⚙️) to see your slippage tolerance. For major pairs like USDC/POL, 0.5% is usually fine. For low-liquidity tokens, you may need to increase it — but higher slippage exposes you to MEV bots.
Step 6 — Swap
Click “Swap.” MetaMask will ask you to confirm. Check the gas fee shown — on Polygon it’s typically under $0.01. Confirm and wait a few seconds for the transaction to complete.
⚠️ If this is your first time swapping a specific token, MetaMask will ask you to approve it first. This is a separate transaction that gives QuickSwap permission to access that token. It costs a small gas fee. This is normal — but only approve tokens you trust.
How to Add Liquidity on QuickSwap
Adding liquidity means depositing two tokens into a pool so others can swap between them. In return you earn a share of the trading fees. You also take on the risk of impermanent loss.
Step 1 — Go to Pool
Click “Pool” in the QuickSwap navigation.
Step 2 — Add Liquidity
Click “Add Liquidity” and select the two tokens for your pair. Both tokens need to be in your wallet in roughly equal value.
Step 3 — Enter amounts
Enter the amount of one token. QuickSwap automatically calculates the required amount of the other based on the current pool ratio.
Step 4 — Approve and confirm
You may need to approve each token first. Then confirm the liquidity transaction in MetaMask.
Step 5 — Verify on PolygonScan
After confirming, check your transaction on PolygonScan. You’ll receive LP tokens in your wallet as proof of your position.
Click “Pool” in the QuickSwap navigation.
Step 2 — Add Liquidity
Click “Add Liquidity” and select the two tokens for your pair. Both tokens need to be in your wallet in roughly equal value.
Step 3 — Enter amounts
Enter the amount of one token. QuickSwap automatically calculates the required amount of the other based on the current pool ratio.
Step 4 — Approve and confirm
You may need to approve each token first. Then confirm the liquidity transaction in MetaMask.
Step 5 — Verify on PolygonScan
After confirming, check your transaction on PolygonScan. You’ll receive LP tokens in your wallet as proof of your position.
For a detailed walkthrough of the liquidity process, see how to add liquidity on Polygon.
QuickSwap vs Uniswap — What I Actually Use
I started RizeCoin’s liquidity pool on QuickSwap because it’s Polygon-native and well-established. The interface is straightforward and it works reliably.
I eventually moved the pool to Uniswap. The main reason was the interface — Uniswap V3’s position management, fee tier controls, and price range settings gave me more to work with when managing a small pool. It was also easier to read price impact and slippage at a glance.
When I removed my liquidity from QuickSwap to make the move, I got back more RZC and less USDC than I had originally deposited. That’s impermanent loss in practice — the ratio shifts as the price moves. It wasn’t a disaster, but it was a real lesson in how liquidity pools actually work.
For a first swap or a simple pool, QuickSwap is a solid choice. For managing positions on a token with price volatility, Uniswap V3’s controls are worth learning.
I eventually moved the pool to Uniswap. The main reason was the interface — Uniswap V3’s position management, fee tier controls, and price range settings gave me more to work with when managing a small pool. It was also easier to read price impact and slippage at a glance.
When I removed my liquidity from QuickSwap to make the move, I got back more RZC and less USDC than I had originally deposited. That’s impermanent loss in practice — the ratio shifts as the price moves. It wasn’t a disaster, but it was a real lesson in how liquidity pools actually work.
For a first swap or a simple pool, QuickSwap is a solid choice. For managing positions on a token with price volatility, Uniswap V3’s controls are worth learning.
Neither DEX is objectively better. QuickSwap is simpler and Polygon-native. Uniswap has more controls and more documentation. If you’re using Polygon for the first time, QuickSwap is a fine place to start.
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