> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.shadeprotocol.io/shade-protocol/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.shadeprotocol.io/shade-protocol/advanced-topics-apps/bridge.md).

# Bridge

**The** [**Shade Bridge**](https://app.shadeprotocol.io/bridge) **is an interface that allows you to seamlessly bridge assets between different blockchains using the power of IBC.**

The following are a list of key features of the Shade Bridge:

* Generalized IBC token transfers (Osmo —> ATOM etc.)
* Transfer assets into Shade DeFi ecosystem
* Convert your public IBC assets into privacy-preserving equivalents
* Bridge private tokens like SHD & SILK to the broader Cosmos

In order to use the [**Shade Bridge**](https://app.shadeprotocol.io/bridge) you will need the following:

* Keplr installed
* Tokens for gas / transfer
* \~1-2 minutes

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The list of supported chains on the Shade Bridge is always growing as more IBC channels & relayers are setup in the Cosmos Ecosystem.&#x20;