How to buy ether.fi (ETHFI)

How to buy and use ether.fi (ETHFI) on its native network

Ether.fi is a liquid restaking protocol that operates on the Ethereum blockchain. Launched in 2023, it allows users to stake and restake ETH to maximize rewards. The project uses a non-custodial delegated staking mechanism, meaning users can maintain control of their keys.

The protocol introduces eETH, a liquid restaking token. By minting eETH, users gain exposure to Ethereum staking rewards, ether.fi Loyalty Points, and restaking rewards, including those from EigenLayer. Additionally, eETH can be used to provide liquidity to other DeFi protocols. The ETHFI token itself is the governance token for the protocol.

Verified routes to get ETHFI

You can obtain ETHFI through several centralized exchanges and decentralized platforms.

Centralized exchanges with verified market pairs include:

• Binance (ETHFI/USDT)
• MEXC (ETHFI/USDT)
• Bybit (ETHFI/USDT)
• Gate.com (ETHFI/USDT)
• BitMart (ETHFI/USDT)
• OKX (ETHFI/USDT)
• Coinbase Exchange (ETHFI/USD)
• Kraken (ETHFI/USD)

For those preferring decentralized options, Uniswap provides liquidity pools on both Ethereum and Arbitrum.

What the native network does

ETHFI primarily exists on the Ethereum network. This foundation allows the protocol to use smart contracts for its non-custodial staking and liquid restaking functions.

The project has also expanded its operational reach. In May 2026, ether.fi migrated $220M in total value locked to the OP Mainnet. This move was designed to improve scalability for its card payment system, which supports thousands of active accounts. Furthermore, the protocol has entered a $3 billion deal with ETHGas to create a blockspace market, allowing enterprises to secure transaction slots at fixed prices.

Wallet, transfer, and network-fee checks

To hold ETHFI in self-custody, you need a wallet that supports the Ethereum network.

Before making any transfer, verify the contract address. The verified address on Ethereum is 0xFe0c30065B384F05761f15d0CC899D4F9F9Cc0eB. There is also a contract address for Arbitrum: 0x7189fb5B6504bbfF6a852B13B7B82a3c118fDc27.

Always check the network on your exchange before withdrawing. Sending tokens to the wrong network can result in a total loss of funds. You will need ETH to pay for gas fees when moving ETHFI on the Ethereum network.

Self-custody and withdrawal risks

While self-custody removes exchange risk, it introduces personal responsibility. Using a hardware wallet like a Ledger can help secure your private keys.

Be aware of these specific risks:

• Deposit and withdrawal support for specific exchanges is not verified unless explicitly stated by the route provider.
• KYC requirements and account features vary by country.
• Lookalike contract addresses are a common way users lose funds. Always cross-reference the address with the official ether.fi website or Etherscan.

Sources and methodology

The routes listed in this guide come exclusively from verified market-pair rows in our database. We use web research and news reports for background context on project developments and risks. Information from CoinMarketCap pages is treated as low-confidence context. Live market values, such as price and volume, are omitted because they change too frequently to remain accurate in a static guide.