Aave is deployed on Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, Polygon, Avalanche, and 7+ more networks. Which network to choose and why.
Aave is deployed on Ethereum, Arbitrum, Base, Optimism, Polygon, Avalanche, and 7+ more networks. Which network to choose and why. Aave is the leading decentralized lending protocol with $14.5B TVL across 12+ networks. Users supply crypto assets to earn variable yield or borrow against overcollateralized positions — all governed by open-source smart contracts with no intermediary.
Since April 2026, Aave governance has redirected 100% of protocol fees to AAVE Safety Module stakers. Aave v4, launched in 2026, introduces modular hub-and-spoke architecture and real-world asset expansion via Horizon.
The most battle-tested DeFi lending protocol — supply, borrow, flash loans, GHO, and now 100% fee sharing for AAVE stakers.
Step-by-step from wallet connection to earning yield and staking AAVE.
aave.com. Connect your Ethereum-compatible wallet to get started.
Arbitrum or Base for lowest gas fees. Ethereum mainnet for deepest liquidity.
Deposit USDC, ETH, or other assets to receive aTokens and earn variable APY.
Deposit AAVE in the Safety Module to earn 100% of protocol fees since April 2026.
Track your Health Factor if borrowing. Keep it above 1.5 to avoid liquidation.
Join $14.5B in TVL across 12+ networks. Supply assets to earn yield or stake AAVE for 100% of protocol fees.
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"Aave remains the gold standard for DeFi lending in 2026. The v4 upgrade and April fee redirect have strengthened both the protocol and the AAVE token economics."
"Consistent, reliable, well-audited. The multi-chain deployment means I can always find a network with competitive rates and low gas costs."
"The combination of $14.5B TVL, 15+ audits, and 6+ year track record makes Aave the most credible DeFi lending protocol for institutional consideration."
Aave v4 is live — supply, borrow, mint GHO, and stake AAVE for 100% of protocol fees.
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