Buy and swap BNB and BEP20 tokens on BNB Smart Chain (BSC), connect to BSC web3 apps, and more.
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What is the BNB Smart Chain ecosystem?
The BNB Smart Chain (BSC) ecosystem includes everything built on the BSC network. It includes BEP20 tokens, NFTs, DEXs, and other DeFi dApps and web3 apps.
Initially launched as Binance Smart Chain in 2020, it was rebranded to BNB Smart Chain in 2022.
The main asset of the BSC network is Binance Coin (BNB).
BSC Tokens that run on the BNB Smart Chain network are called BEP20 tokens.
If you're looking for blockchain and transaction data, BscScan is one of the most popular block explorers for BSC.
One thing to be aware of while participating in the BSC ecosystem is that you will need BNB on the BSC to pay for the transaction fees.
The specific amount needed to cover your transaction fees depends on the type of transaction and how busy the network is. You can always check current fees on BscScan's BSC Gas Tracker.
From buying BNB to swapping your BEP20 tokens to pet battles, here is an introduction to everything you can do on BSC.
How do I connect to Binance Smart Chain dApps and web3 apps?
First of all, what are dApps and web3 apps? They're like any other app, except they're built using blockchain technology like smart contracts. Instead of signing in with a username and password, you connect with a crypto wallet.
All dApps are web3 apps, but not all web3 apps are decentralized, so 'web3 app' is the umbrella term for any app you connect to with a crypto wallet. If you'd like to learn more, visit: What are dApps and web3 apps?
See how to connect your Exodus wallet to BSC web3 apps below:
Web3 browser on Exodus Mobile
The web3 browser in Exodus Mobile is only available if you created your wallet before April 22, 2026.
To learn how to connect to BSC web3 apps with the web3 browser, visit: Web3 browser in Exodus Mobile.
WalletConnect on Exodus Mobile
WalletConnect in Exodus Mobile is only available if you created your wallet before April 22, 2026.
WalletConnect is an open-source tool that connects mobile wallets to web3. To learn more, visit: WalletConnect in Exodus Mobile.
Exodus Web3 Wallet
You can download Exodus Web3 Wallet to connect to any BSC web3 app.
Web3 Wallet is a multi-chain browser extension wallet for Chrome and Brave. To learn more about Exodus Web3 Wallet, visit: Getting started with Exodus Web3 Wallet.
Video tutorial: How to connect to BNB Smart Chain dApps and Web3 apps
In Exodus Mobile, connecting to BSC web3 apps with WalletConnect is only available if you created your wallet before April 22, 2026.
What are some popular dApps and web3 apps on BNB Smart Chain?
There are many dApps and web3 apps to explore, covering everything from DeFi to staking to NFTs and more. Below, you can find some of the most popular BNB Smart Chain web3 apps.
You can connect and explore without any funds in your wallet. But if you want to interact with web3 apps, you'll need some BNB on BSC in your wallet to pay transaction fees, also known as gas.
Don't have any BNB on BSC yet? Jump to: How do I buy BNB?
It's important to note that Exodus provides a software interface that allows you to connect to web3. Exodus can't guarantee the safety of any third-party platform, including the web3 apps listed here. Make sure you do your own research and only connect to web3 apps you trust 100%.
For more information about how to stay safe while exploring the wide world of web3, please visit: Safety and security for DeFi and web3.
The following web3 apps are third-party platforms that are not affiliated with Exodus. As such, Exodus cannot guarantee the performance of products/services or that the steps shown and the information provided will always be accurate.
DeFi
PancakeSwap
PancakeSwap is one of the most popular web3 apps in the BNB Smart Chain ecosystem. It is a decentralized exchange (DEX) where you can swap your BEP20 tokens, stake your PancakeSwap (CAKE), and provide liquidity on many token pairs.
Venus
Venus is a finance web3 app that allows users to lend and borrow cryptocurrencies. Venus eliminates the need for a middleman (such as a bank) and removes the approval process for taking out a loan.
Alpaca Finance
Alpaca Finance is a passive investment automated vault-strategy app. You deposit BEP20 tokens and the app moves them around so that your funds earn the highest available interest rates.
Staking
Ankr
Ankr lets you stake any amount of BNB and earn daily staking rewards. You can also use your staked BNB in other DeFi web3 apps to compound your income.
NFTs
Element Market
Element Market is an NFT marketplace where you can buy and sell BNB Smart Chain NFTs.
PancakeSwap NFTs
As well as being the largest DEX in BNB, PancakeSwap also has a dedicated NFT marketplace.
Music
Rocki
Rocki is a blockchain-based music streaming and sharing platform where funds go directly to the artist.
How do I buy BNB?
If you need to buy some BNB, you can use the Buy Crypto feature in your Exodus wallet!
Depending on your region, you may be able to purchase through Ramp Network, MoonPay, or both. You can find our step-by-step guides here:
For general info on how to buy crypto, visit: Where can I buy Bitcoin and other crypto?
How do I swap BNB and BEP20 tokens?
You can swap your BNB and BEP20 tokens with no sign-up or account creation necessary. In most cases, you don't have to KYC, and swaps are often complete in a few minutes!
Exodus Swap is available on:
To learn more, visit: How do I swap crypto in Exodus Swap?
Which BEP20 tokens does Exodus support?
Tokens that run on BNB Smart Chain are called BEP20 tokens.
Exodus supports many BEP20 tokens! You can search for your token, and enable supported BEP20 tokens by following the steps in this guide: How do I enable and disable assets in Exodus?
If your token isn't supported, jump to: How do I add custom BEP20 tokens?
You can see all supported BEP20 tokens if you filter by the BNB Smart Chain network in the Assets section of your wallet. For a full guide, visit: How do I find an asset by its network?
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Web3 Wallet
How do I add custom BEP20 tokens?
If Exodus doesn't yet support your favorite BEP20 token, you can always add it as a custom token!
You can find all the steps here: How do I add a custom token?
How do I display my BNB Smart Chain NFTs?
You can view your BNB NFTs with the NFT Gallery in Exodus Web3 Wallet.
The NFT Gallery in Exodus Mobile is only available if you created your wallet before April 22, 2026. Viewing, sending, and receiving BNB NFTs in Exodus Mobile are not available if you created your wallet after this date.
To learn more about the NFT Gallery, visit: How do I explore the NFT Gallery?