How to Bridge From Ethereum to Aleo on Verulink (May 2025 Refresh)

Looking to bridge assets to Aleo for the first time — or returning after a while?

Here’s a quick refresher that walks you through the current process using the Verulink Bridge.

This article outlines the step-by-step process for bridging from Ethereum to Aleo, based on the latest live version of Verulink as of May 2025.

Step 1: Connect Your Wallets

Go to verulink.xyz and connect the two wallets you’ll need:

• Your Ethereum wallet (e.g., MetaMask)
• Your Aleo wallet (e.g., LeoWallet)

Make sure both wallets are properly connected. You’ll see them appear in the interface once authorized.

Step 2: Choose the Token and Amount

In the bridge interface:

• Select the asset you want to bridge (ETH, USDC, or USDT)
• Enter the amount to transfer
• Confirm that your LeoWallet address is correct

Double-check the input details before moving to the next step. Once the transaction is submitted, it can’t be reversed.

Step 3: Start the Transaction

Click Start Transaction. A pop-up will appear. Click “Confirm Transaction” to proceed.

Step 4: Confirm in MetaMask

Your MetaMask wallet will prompt you to approve the transaction. Once you approve, the transaction is sent to the Ethereum network.

Step 5: Ethereum Confirmation

Once confirmed, Verulink generates a proof and sends it. You’ll see a confirmation pop-up via Etherscan, and your deposit will show as “in progress.”

Step 6: Transfer Validation (~15 Minutes)

Verulink replaced its 24-hour randomized screening process with structured, real-time checks for every transaction as part of a recent bridge upgrade.

This new verification system allows most transfers to be completed and available for minting on Aleo within approximately 15 minutes

Step 7: Ready to Mint on Aleo

After attestor validation, the status updates to “Ready to Mint.”
Click the Ready to Mint button in your destination wallet to generate a local proof.

Step 8: Confirm in LeoWallet

Open the LeoWallet extension and approve the minting transaction.

Step 9: Minting Process

Minting usually takes 1 to 2 minutes. Once completed, the tokens will be available in your LeoWallet.

You can check the successful transaction on the Aleo Scan.

What’s Ahead

A full UI upgrade and feature enhancements are in development. For now, this guide reflects the current live experience.

Follow us on X or join Discord for more updates, and as always, happy bridging!