Bridge LINK from zkSync Era to Hyperliquid (HyperEVM)

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Direction

ZKsync Era → Hyperliquid

Asset

LINK

Source gas

ETH

Destination gas

HYPE

How the Sasquatch deposit route works

1. Select the source

Choose the LINK asset and ZKsync Era network you currently hold.

2. Review the route

Check the estimated output, fees, timing, and Hyperliquid destination network.

3. Create the order

Open the live route and follow the exact deposit instructions.

4. Track delivery

Use the receipt and status page until the destination funds arrive.

What you need to know

LINK source representation

Chainlink is classified as a governance or utility token for this route. LINK uses a network-specific contract asset on zkSync Era. The zkSync Era side is contract-tracked rather than a native gas balance. LINK is a contract-token input, so the source wallet needs the network’s native gas asset and may need to approve the exact LINK contract.

Leaving zkSync Era L2 for Hyperliquid (HyperEVM) L1

zkSync Era inclusion and its ethereum settlement are distinct from final receipt on Hyperliquid (HyperEVM). The live route, rather than a generic rollup withdrawal assumption, determines the provider path and timing for this direction.

LINK destination representation

Chainlink is classified as a governance or utility token for this route. LINK uses a network-specific contract asset on Hyperliquid (HyperEVM). The Hyperliquid (HyperEVM) side is contract-tracked rather than a native gas balance. LINK arrives as a network-specific contract balance. The wallet still needs the destination native asset before it can transfer or approve LINK later.

Hyperliquid (HyperEVM) receipt-side execution

Hyperliquid (HyperEVM) is a L1 EVM network in the Hyperliquid ecosystem. HYPE pays destination-side network gas on Hyperliquid (HyperEVM). EVM 0x account address; confirm the destination is HyperEVM A HyperEVM receipt belongs to its EVM execution state and uses HYPE for later gas; it should not be interpreted as a HyperCore position or vault balance.

zkSync Era deposit-side execution

zkSync Era is a L2 EVM network in the Ethereum ecosystem. ETH pays source-side network gas on zkSync Era. EVM 0x account address A zkSync Era source executes in EraVM with native account-abstraction behavior and ETH fees before proof settlement to Ethereum.

zkSync Era to Hyperliquid (HyperEVM) bridge mistakes

Route-specific mistakes include sending on a network other than zkSync Era; using a destination that is not valid for Hyperliquid (HyperEVM); running out of ETH before the source transaction is submitted. A zkSync Era source executes in EraVM with native account-abstraction behavior and ETH fees before proof settlement to Ethereum. LINK is a contract-token input, so the source wallet needs the network’s native gas asset and may need to approve the exact LINK contract. A HyperEVM receipt belongs to its EVM execution state and uses HYPE for later gas; it should not be interpreted as a HyperCore position or vault balance. LINK arrives as a network-specific contract balance. The wallet still needs the destination native asset before it can transfer or approve LINK later.

Private Route for LINK → LINK

ZKsync Era wallet, token-transfer, contract, log, and gas activity remain public, and Hyperliquid wallet, token-transfer, contract, log, and gas activity remain public. For this LINK on ZKsync Era to LINK on Hyperliquid path, Private Route is intended to reduce the direct visible relationship between activity around the source-side EVM 0x account address and destination-side EVM 0x account address; confirm the destination is HyperEVM; it does not hide either chain's public records.

  • Reduces the obvious link between the LINK deposit and LINK receipt
  • Compare standard and Private Route options for ZKsync Era → Hyperliquid
  • Shows what remains public on ZKsync Era and Hyperliquid before you deposit
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ZKsync Era to Hyperliquid FAQs

What LINK representation leaves zkSync Era?

LINK is a contract representation on zkSync Era at 0x52869bae3e091e36b0915941577f2d47d8d8b534. ETH, not LINK, pays gas unless both symbols are the same. A zkSync Era source executes in EraVM with native account-abstraction behavior and ETH fees before proof settlement to Ethereum. LINK is a contract-token input, so the source wallet needs the network’s native gas asset and may need to approve the exact LINK contract.

What LINK representation arrives on Hyperliquid (HyperEVM)?

LINK is a contract representation on Hyperliquid (HyperEVM) at 0x1ac2ee68b8d038c982c1e1f73f596927dd70de59. HYPE, not LINK, pays gas unless both symbols are the same. A HyperEVM receipt belongs to its EVM execution state and uses HYPE for later gas; it should not be interpreted as a HyperCore position or vault balance. LINK arrives as a network-specific contract balance. The wallet still needs the destination native asset before it can transfer or approve LINK later.

Does the same LINK ticker guarantee the same ledger form?

No. This bridge keeps the asset intent while moving between a LINK contract token and a LINK contract token. Match the source and output details in the live quote.

Which gas balances matter for this bridge?

A zkSync Era source executes in EraVM with native account-abstraction behavior and ETH fees before proof settlement to Ethereum. A HyperEVM receipt belongs to its EVM execution state and uses HYPE for later gas; it should not be interpreted as a HyperCore position or vault balance. The bridge output does not automatically fund every later gas need.

What destination address should be used?

EVM 0x account address; confirm the destination is HyperEVM Do not substitute a zkSync Era address merely because a wallet displays both networks.

What wrong-direction mistake can prevent delivery?

Sending on a network other than zkSync Era, selecting a representation not listed by the quote, or entering an address invalid for Hyperliquid (HyperEVM) can prevent normal detection or receipt.

Can I bridge LINK from ZKsync Era to Hyperliquid without KYC?

Requirements are checked for the live LINK ZKsync Era to Hyperliquid quote. Verification requirements can depend on the provider, amount, jurisdiction, and current route. Sasquatch does not verify this route as universally no-KYC; check the live flow before continuing.

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