Uniswap

Uniswap is a decentralized exchange protocol. Instead of placing orders on a centralized platform, users connect a wallet and swap tokens through smart contracts and liquidity pools.

What It Solves

Uniswap helps create on-chain markets where tokens can be exchanged without a traditional order book. It is one of the most common examples beginners encounter when learning about DeFi, AMMs, liquidity pools, and slippage.

Who It Is For

It is for users who already understand wallets, gas fees, token approvals, and the risk of interacting with smart contracts. It is also useful for developers and researchers studying decentralized market design.

Beginner Checklist

Always use the official entry point, verify token contract addresses, check price impact, review slippage, and start with small test amounts. A token being tradable does not mean it is safe or valuable.

Official Links

• Uniswap: https://uniswap.org/
• Developer docs: https://developers.uniswap.org/docs
• How Uniswap works: https://developers.uniswap.org/docs/get-started/concepts/how-uniswap-works