How it works


- 1. Pick your pairChoose Cardano to PAX Gold in your Clapp Wallet.
- 2. Confirm with full visibilityThe ADA/PAXG rate and any fee are shown upfront before you confirm.
- 3. Done in minutesMost ADA to PAXG swaps complete within minutes.
Security and compliance
Your assets are protected by Fireblocks institutional-grade MPC custody.
Clapp is a technology platform that delivers its crypto-related services through licensed entities, and compliance obligations such as AML/CFT are handled by the relevant entities depending on jurisdiction.
Frequently asked questions
Are there hidden fees when swapping ADA to PAXG?+
The ADA/PAXG rate and any fee are shown upfront before you confirm. No hidden charges. T&C apply.
How long does the swap take?+
Most ADA to PAXG swaps complete within minutes.
Do I need to convert to euros first?+
Convert value between two ecosystems without an extra fiat step.
Who provides Clapp's services?+
We operate through a broad group structure that includes an EU entity pursuing MiCA authorisation, alongside other licensed and operational entities in the jurisdictions where we provide services. The relevant services continue to be delivered through the applicable entities and regulatory frameworks.
Cardano vs PAX Gold: Key Differences
Cardano (ADA) runs on its own proof-of-stake layer-1 using the Ouroboros consensus protocol, built primarily for research-driven smart contracts and high-assurance applications. PAX Gold (PAXG) runs on Ethereum (ERC-20) using fully-reserved allocated-gold backing, known for tokenized ownership of physical gold. Swapping ADA to PAXG lets you rotate exposure from a methodical, peer-reviewed ecosystem into a gold-backed real-world asset in one step, without selling to fiat first.
Crypto-assets are high risk and highly volatile; you can lose all invested funds. Crypto-assets are not legal tender and are not covered by deposit guarantee or investor compensation schemes.