# Liquid Network Source URL: https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network Updated: 2026-04-10T08:10:07.000Z Category: Liquid Network --- A Bitcoin layer-2 for digital asset issuance and Bitcoin-based capital markets ## Get Help with Liquid Network The Liquid Network is a sidechain implementation of the Elements blockchain platform, which itself is based on the Bitcoin codebase, so any users familiar with Bitcoin will feel right at home when sending and receiving Liquid assets. ## Acquire LBTC Create a Liquid wallet, get LBTC, and convert back to BTC - [Get a Liquid wallet](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/acquire-lbtc/get-a-liquid-wallet) - [Get Liquid Bitcoin (LBTC)](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/acquire-lbtc/get-liquid-bitcoin-lbtc) - [Get Liquid Bitcoin (LBTC) using SideSwap](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/acquire-lbtc/get-liquid-bitcoin-lbtc-using-sideswap) - [Convert LBTC to BTC](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/acquire-lbtc/convert-lbtc-to-btc) ## Use Liquid Tools Asset issuance, block explorers, and the Liquid Swap Tool - [Issue Liquid assets with the Blockstream Asset Issuer](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-tools/issue-liquid-assets-with-the-blockstream-asset-issuer) - [Block explorers that support Liquid](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-tools/block-explorers-that-support-liquid) - [Set up the Liquid Swap Tool](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-tools/set-up-the-liquid-swap-tool) ## Use Liquid-Integrated Tools Liquid-supported platforms, exchanges, and payment solutions - [Platforms supported by the Liquid Network](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/platforms-supported-by-the-liquid-network) - [Acquire LBTC and USDT with Bitfinex](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/acquire-lbtc-and-usdt-with-bitfinex) - [Buy and sell LBTC on Bisq](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/buy-and-sell-lbtc-on-bisq) - [Buy and sell LBTC on Hodl Hodl](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/buy-and-sell-lbtc-on-hodl-hodl) - [Get LBTC and Liquid USDT on Sideshift AI](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/get-lbtc-and-liquid-usdt-on-sideshift-ai) - [Acquire LBTC with BTSE](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/acquire-lbtc-with-btse) - [Accept Liquid asset payments on BTCPay Server](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/accept-liquid-asset-payments-on-btcpay-server) - [Liquid assets supported by the Ledger Nano S](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/use-liquid-integrated-tools/liquid-assets-supported-by-the-ledger-nano-s) ## Perform Advanced Liquid Operations Node setup, watch-only wallets, and peg-ins - [Set up a Liquid node](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/perform-advanced-liquid-operations/set-up-a-liquid-node) - [Install a Liquid node so it runs at boot time](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/perform-advanced-liquid-operations/install-a-liquid-node-so-it-runs-at-boot-time) - [Create a watch-only wallet with a Liquid (Elements) node](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/perform-advanced-liquid-operations/create-a-watch-only-wallet-with-a-liquid-elements-node) - [Peg in BTC to the Liquid Network](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/perform-advanced-liquid-operations/peg-in-btc-to-the-liquid-network) - [Enable peg-in validation on my Liquid node](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/perform-advanced-liquid-operations/enable-peg-in-validation-on-my-liquid-node) - [Issue an asset on Liquid](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/perform-advanced-liquid-operations/issue-an-asset-on-liquid) ## FAQs - [How many confirmations are needed for my Liquid transaction to be secure?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/how-many-confirmations-are-needed-for-my-liquid-transaction-to-be-secure) - [What is the Liquid Network?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-is-the-liquid-network) - [What is the Liquid Federation?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-is-the-liquid-federation) - [How does Liquid Bitcoin (LBTC) work?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/how-does-liquid-bitcoin-lbtc-work) - [What is a Liquid peg-in?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-is-a-liquid-peg-in) - [What is a Liquid peg-out?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-is-a-liquid-peg-out) - [What are Liquid assets?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-are-liquid-assets) - [How does the Liquid Federation's multisig work?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/how-does-the-liquid-federations-multisig-work) - [How does Liquid keep my transaction data confidential?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/how-does-liquid-keep-my-transaction-data-confidential) - [How do transaction fees on Liquid work?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/how-do-transaction-fees-on-liquid-work) - [What is the transaction capacity of Liquid?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-is-the-transaction-capacity-of-liquid) - [Does a Liquid address support all types of assets?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/does-a-liquid-address-support-all-types-of-assets) - [What are the different types of participants in the Liquid Network?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-are-the-different-types-of-participants-in-the-liquid-network) - [What is a Liquid Network functionary?](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/liquid-network/faqs/what-is-a-liquid-network-functionary) ## Frequently Asked Questions ## FAQ ### How do I speed up transaction confirmation? You can reset your password by clicking the 'Forgot Password' link on the login page. Enter your email address and follow the instructions sent to your inbox. Tags: Liquid - [Read More](https://helpcenter.dxp-frontend.devserver.app/blockstream-app/perform-advanced-wallet-operations/speed-up-transaction-confirmation) ### How long do withdrawals take? Answer Tags: Liquid ### Is my account secure? 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