STG to ZRO Token Migration: Swap Ratio, Exchange Support and Holder Guide
2026-10-06
The Stargate (STG) to LayerZero (ZRO) token migration allows Stargate holders to convert their tokens into LayerZero’s ZRO at a fixed rate of 1 STG = 0.08634 ZRO.
LayerZero has announced that conversions will no longer be supported after December 15, 2026, but participating exchanges have earlier operational cutoffs. For holders, the immediate priority is identifying where their STG is stored and which instructions apply.
This guide compares confirmed exchange schedules, explains the conversion calculation, and outlines what exchange users and self-custody holders should check before proceeding.
Key Takeaways
- The STG ZRO swap ratio is fixed at 1 STG = 0.08634 ZRO, meaning 1,000 eligible STG converts into 86.34 ZRO before any applicable adjustments.
- December 15, 2026, is the announced project conversion deadline, while exchanges apply separate, earlier suspension schedules.
- Beyond Binance and Gate, confirmed supporting platforms include Bitget, Bitrue, Swyftx, and Mudrex, with automatic conversion arrangements for eligible holdings.
What Is the STG to ZRO Migration?
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The Stargate token migration follows LayerZero’s acquisition of Stargate in 2025. It provides a route for STG holders to exchange their tokens for ZRO, bringing their token exposure into the LayerZero ecosystem.
The original acquisition proposal described a fixed-rate redemption mechanism and included circulating STG, including staked or voting STG.
It also proposed ending STG’s operational role in Stargate and directing future excess protocol revenue toward ZRO buybacks. These terms explain why the transition involves more than changing a ticker symbol.
The token conversion should also be distinguished from using Stargate’s bridge. Moving assets between blockchains is a different operation from redeeming STG for ZRO, so holders should not assume that an ordinary bridge transaction completes the migration.
What Is the STG ZRO Swap Ratio?
The confirmed conversion ratio is 1 STG = 0.08634 ZRO. Binance, Gate, Bitget, Swyftx, and Mudrex state this rate in their migration announcements. The calculation is:
Expected ZRO amount = eligible STG balance × 0.08634
These examples show the mathematical conversion only. Account eligibility, decimal precision, and any applicable fees or adjustments must be checked with the platform handling the swap.
Does the swap preserve the dollar value of STG?
No fixed token ratio guarantees equal dollar value. The quantity of ZRO received is determined by the conversion terms, while its market value changes with ZRO’s price. To estimate the conversion value, multiply the expected ZRO amount by the current executable ZRO price.
Comparing that figure with a possible STG sale also requires accounting for trading fees, liquidity, slippage, and whether trading remains available. A quoted price on a tracker does not establish that the entire holding can be sold at that price.
When Is the STG to ZRO Migration Deadline?
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LayerZero’s September 15, 2026, ecosystem update states that STG conversion remains available until December 15, with conversions unsupported afterward. The update does not specify an exact cutoff time or timezone for that final date.
Holders should therefore complete any required action well in advance rather than assume access continues until midnight in their location. An exchange’s deposit, withdrawal, or trading cutoff can occur substantially earlier.
Older acquisition materials described an indefinitely open redemption contract, subject to advance notice of closure. The later deadline announcement supersedes that earlier open-ended expectation.
Which Exchanges Support the STG to ZRO Swap?
Confirmed support extends beyond Binance and Gate to Bitget, Bitrue, Swyftx, and Mudrex. Each platform’s announcement governs its own customers, so one exchange’s timetable should not be applied to another.
The following comparison reflects published schedules checked on October 6, 2026. A scheduled suspension does not, by itself, confirm that conversion and distribution have finished.
The schedules above come from the platforms’ own announcements. Swyftx specifies AEST, which is UTC+10, making its October 6 suspension time equivalent to 01:00 UTC.
Binance and Gate: Different operational dates
Binance’s STG spot trading cutoff precedes its deposit and withdrawal suspension by 30 minutes. Its announcement says deposits must be fully processed before the suspension, so initiating a transfer before the cutoff is insufficient.
Gate’s principal STG suspension is scheduled for October 8. Both exchanges state that existing ZRO spot trading remains unaffected, although STG-related services are being removed.
Bitget and Bitrue: Follow the completion announcement
Bitget confirms the fixed conversion ratio and says it will handle technical requirements. Its STG Simple Earn product is scheduled for removal on October 7 at 03:00 UTC, with assets returned automatically to spot accounts.
Bitrue confirms migration support and states that users do not need to act during the swap period. Crucially, its notice warns that STG deposited after its September 24 cutoff will not be credited.
Both platforms indicate that completion will be communicated separately. Holders should check their account history and subsequent announcements before treating distribution as finished.
Swyftx and Mudrex: Temporary balance changes
Swyftx says STG balances will disappear during processing before the resulting ZRO is distributed. Mudrex similarly warns that STG may temporarily stop appearing in portfolios during conversion.
Mudrex provides an announced crediting deadline of October 11, 2026. A temporary display change is therefore anticipated on these platforms, but unexplained discrepancies should still be raised through official support.
Read about token migration procedures and common risks to better understand why exchange-held and self-custody STG require different handling.
What Should Exchange Holders Do?
Eligible holders on supporting exchanges generally do not need to execute an on-chain swap themselves. However, automatic conversion does not eliminate the need to review account arrangements. Before relying on exchange handling:
- Confirm the account and product: Spot balances, Earn subscriptions, margin collateral, and derivatives positions can have different treatment.
- Check transfer restrictions: Never send STG to an exchange after its stated deposit cutoff.
- Review open orders and bots: Trading suspensions may cancel orders or terminate strategies.
- Record the eligible balance: Keep an account statement or transaction history for reconciliation.
- Check the credited ZRO: Compare the eventual distribution with the conversion ratio and the exchange’s applicable rules.
Futures positions should not be confused with ownership of spot STG. Binance and Gate published separate futures settlement arrangements, rather than treating those positions as ordinary token balances eligible for a simple spot conversion.
What Do Self-Custody Holders Need to Do?
Self-custody holders must arrange their own conversion rather than expect an exchange to process tokens held in a personal wallet. LayerZero directs holders to Stargate’s official conversion instructions from its ecosystem update.
Because the accessible announcement does not provide a complete current wallet walkthrough, supported-network list, or verified redemption contract address, holders should confirm those details through official channels before signing anything. A practical preparation sequence is:
- Locate the holding: Identify the wallet, network, and whether STG is liquid, staked, or held through another protocol.
- Find the official instructions: Start from LayerZero’s official announcement and follow its linked Stargate guidance.
- Confirm eligibility and network support: Check whether the holding requires withdrawal, unstaking, or another preparatory action.
- Prepare network fees: Keep enough of the relevant network’s native asset to pay for required transactions.
- Review the transaction: Confirm the conversion amount, expected ZRO, destination, and any token approval before signing.
- Verify completion: Check the transaction result and receiving balance, then retain the transaction hash.
Do not substitute Stargate’s ordinary bridge interface for the specified redemption process. If the conversion route is unclear, resolve that uncertainty through official support before connecting or approving a wallet.
Examine ZRO token unlocks and supply dynamics when assessing the asset you will receive through the migration.
What about staked STG or veSTG?
The acquisition proposal included staked and voting STG, but that does not establish the current processing steps for every staking position. Holders should verify how their underlying STG becomes available for conversion.
An exchange Earn balance and an on-chain veSTG position are different arrangements. Instructions for one should not be applied automatically to the other.
What Risks Should Holders Watch?
The main migration risks are operational as well as financial:
- Missed cutoffs: A valid project redemption window does not reopen an exchange’s suspended deposits.
- Phishing: Fake migration pages may request malicious approvals or seed phrases.
- Unsupported transfers: Sending tokens through the wrong network can prevent crediting.
- Changing market value: Receiving the expected ZRO quantity does not guarantee a particular dollar value.
- Assumed completion: An announcement of support is different from confirmation that distribution has finished.
Never disclose a recovery phrase or private key to complete a migration. Preserve account records and transaction details in case reconciliation is needed.
Conclusion
The STG to ZRO migration has a fixed conversion ratio, but holders face different procedures depending on custody and platform. Supporting exchanges handle eligible balances under their own schedules, while self-custody holders must follow the official redemption instructions.
The most useful next step is to verify the applicable cutoff, balance eligibility, and completion status. Avoid transferring STG to a closed deposit route or assuming that another exchange’s policy applies to your account.
You can explore available markets through Bitrue Exchange and find additional token migration explainers and market education on the Bitrue Blog.
FAQ
How much ZRO will I receive for 1,000 STG?
At the announced rate, 1,000 eligible STG converts into 86.34 ZRO. Check the handling platform’s rules for precision, eligibility, and any applicable adjustments.
Is October 6 the final deadline for every STG holder?
No, October 6 appears in certain platform schedules, including Binance and Swyftx. LayerZero’s announced project conversion window extends until December 15, 2026, while other exchanges use different cutoffs.
Which platforms support migration besides Binance and Gate?
Bitget, Bitrue, Swyftx, and Mudrex have published support announcements. Their suspension dates and distribution arrangements differ, so holders should follow the notice issued by their own platform.
Will STG in my personal wallet convert automatically?
Do not assume that a personal-wallet balance converts automatically. Self-custody holders need to follow the official conversion instructions and verify the resulting transaction.
What happens if I miss the migration deadline?
LayerZero says conversions will no longer be supported after December 15, 2026. That does not necessarily erase STG from a wallet, but holders should not assume continued redemption, exchange support, or market liquidity.
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