Written by Amanda
Updated over 4 months ago
For Users
When joining the Avalanche network, users often face the challenge of not having native AVAX tokens to cover gas fees for transactions. Unlike some blockchains that offer faucets for this purpose, Avalanche provides a unique solution.
👉 Get started with Avalanche Bridge™
How It Works:
- Bridge $75+ worth of assets to Avalanche using the Avalanche Bridge™.
- Receive an airdrop of 0.1 AVAX to fund initial transactions.
- Note: No airdrop is available for assets bridged from Avalanche to other networks.
For Developers
Developers needing testnet AVAX (for Fuji Network or L1 testnets) have three options:
Mainnet Holders:
- If you hold any amount of AVAX on mainnet, you can obtain testnet AVAX without a coupon.
Discord Support:
- Admins/moderators on the official Avalanche Discord can provide testnet AVAX if other methods fail.
Fuji Faucet:
- Directly request testnet AVAX here.
Important:
- Testnet funds have no real-world value.
- Only compatible with Fuji Network or L1 testnets.
FAQs
Q1: Does Avalanche have a public faucet for mainnet AVAX?
A1: No. Users receive 0.1 AVAX via airdrop when bridging $75+ to Avalanche.
Q2: How do developers get testnet AVAX?
A2: Through mainnet holdings, Discord admins, or the Fuji faucet.
Q3: Can I reuse the Fuji faucet multiple times?
A3: Yes, but excessive requests may be rate-limited.
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