> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.saucerswap.finance/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Get HBAR

> HBAR pays every network fee on Hedera. Acquire it through centralized exchanges, fiat on-ramps like MoonPay and Banxa, or by bridging and swapping.

HBAR is the native token of the Hedera network. It pays transaction fees, similar to ETH on Ethereum, so every action on SaucerSwap — swapping, adding liquidity, staking, even associating a token — requires a small amount of HBAR in your account.

## Centralized exchanges

HBAR is listed on many exchanges, including Binance, Coinbase, KuCoin, and MEXC. After buying, withdraw HBAR to your Hedera account ID (`0.0.x`) or, for EVM wallets, your `0x...` address. A full list of exchanges that support HBAR is on [CoinMarketCap](https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/hedera/#Markets).

<Note>
  Some exchanges require a memo field when withdrawing to certain account types. Follow your exchange's withdrawal instructions exactly, and send a small test amount first if you are unsure.
</Note>

## Fiat-to-crypto gateways

You can buy HBAR directly with credit or debit cards, bank transfers, Apple Pay, and Google Pay through fiat gateways such as [MoonPay](https://www.moonpay.com/buy/hbar) or [Banxa](https://banxa.com/). These services are available on their own websites and inside the HashPack wallet. The **swap** page of the web app also has a **Buy** tab for fiat purchases.

## Bridge and swap

If you already hold assets on another chain, you can [bridge them to Hedera](/get-started/bridge-to-hedera) and then swap a portion for HBAR on SaucerSwap. Keep in mind the bootstrapping constraint: your Hedera account needs a little HBAR to pay the fee for that first swap, so if you are starting from zero, an exchange withdrawal or fiat gateway is the more direct route.

## Next steps

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  <Card title="Quickstart" icon="rocket" href="/get-started/quickstart">
    You have HBAR — complete your first swap in five steps.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Swap tutorial" icon="arrow-right-arrow-left" href="/tutorials/swap">
    Learn the full swap flow, including slippage and allowances.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Bridge to Hedera" icon="bridge" href="/get-started/bridge-to-hedera">
    Move existing assets from Ethereum, Base, and other chains.
  </Card>
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