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# Redeem USDB

> Exit paths for converting USDB back to BTC or USDC

USDB is redeemable at any time. There is no lock-up period. This page documents all available exit paths and their current status.

## Available Now

### Swap to BTC

Convert USDB to BTC instantly on any supported trading venue.

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**How it works:**

1. Go to any venue above
2. Connect your Spark wallet
3. Swap USDB for BTC
4. From there, you can send BTC to Lightning, on-chain Bitcoin, or any other destination

This is the fastest exit path. Swaps settle in under a second.

### Redeem through Brale

[Brale](https://brale.xyz) is the regulated issuer behind USDB. Users with a Brale account can redeem USDB directly for USD or USDC at a 1:1 ratio.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create a Brale account">
    Sign up at [brale.xyz](https://brale.xyz). Brale requires identity verification (KYC) to comply with US money transmission laws.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Link your bank account">
    Connect your US bank account or set up USDC withdrawal to an external wallet.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Transfer USDB to Brale">
    Send USDB from your Spark wallet to your Brale deposit address.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Redeem">
    Redeem USDB for USD (bank transfer) or USDC (to your linked wallet).
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Note>
  Brale redemption is available to all users who complete their verification process. This is the only way to convert USDB directly to fiat USD.
</Note>

***

## Coming Soon

### Bridge to USDC

<Warning>
  **Not available yet.** Direct USDB to USDC bridging is being integrated by partners and will be available shortly after launch.
</Warning>

Once available, you will be able to bridge USDB directly to USDC on Solana, Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, Optimism, and Polygon through [SatsTerminal](https://spark.satsterminal.com/).

We will update this page when the bridge is live.

***

## Exit Path Comparison

| Method           | Speed       | Fees     | Requirements        | Status      |
| ---------------- | ----------- | -------- | ------------------- | ----------- |
| Swap to BTC      | Instant     | \~0.3%   | Spark wallet        | **Live**    |
| Brale redemption | Depends     | None     | Brale account (KYC) | **Live**    |
| Bridge to USDC   | \~2 minutes | Variable | Destination wallet  | Coming soon |

***

## Large Positions

For positions over \$100,000, we recommend:

1. **Brale direct redemption** for the lowest fees and most straightforward process
2. **Multiple smaller swaps** to BTC if you need liquidity faster than Brale's settlement time
3. **Contact us** at [partnerships@flashnet.xyz](mailto:partnerships@flashnet.xyz) for OTC arrangements

***

## Questions

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  <Accordion title="Why isn't USDC bridging available at launch?">
    Cross-chain bridging requires maintaining liquidity reserves on multiple chains. Our partners are finalizing this infrastructure. We expect it to be available within the first week after launch.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I always exit to BTC?">
    Yes. BTC/USDB liquidity pools are live on multiple venues. You can swap to BTC at any time.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Is there a minimum redemption amount?">
    No minimum for swapping to BTC. Brale may have minimum redemption amounts based on their policies.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What if the BTC pools don't have enough liquidity?">
    For large trades, consider splitting into smaller amounts or using Brale redemption. You can also contact us for OTC arrangements.
  </Accordion>
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