ZetaChain Integrates Coinbase Onramp to Unlock Fiat Access to the Universal Blockchain

TL;DR: Developers building on ZetaChain can now use Coinbase Onramp to let global users purchase their native token directly with fiat - via cards, bank transfers, and more. The integration is live today in the ZetaHub and other Universal Apps and brings onramping to any app in just a few lines of code. 

ZetaChain has now integrated Coinbase Onramp to address the challenge of onboarding users into web3. ZetaChain is an L1 blockchain that connects assets and users across chains like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and more. Developers can build “Universal Apps” on ZetaChain that interact natively across all supported blockchains from a single contract, using its Universal EVM.

With Coinbase Onramp now available in the ZetaChain ecosystem, developers building Universal Apps can offer in-app fiat-to-ZETA conversions with just a few lines of code—eliminating friction at the entry point and helping onboard the next wave of Web3 users.

Why Fiat Access Matters for Developers

For many developers building on ZetaChain, fiat access has been one of the last UX bottlenecks for easy user onboarding. Coinbase Onramp helps solve that by providing:

• A global fiat gateway - Available in 130+ countries with support for card payments, bank transfers, Apple Pay, and more.

• Drop-in integration - Developers can embed Onramp flows directly into their apps using the Coinbase Onramp SDK or pre-built UI components.

• Improved conversion — By reducing steps to acquire crypto, devs can eliminate common drop-off points and unlock better onboarding funnels.

How Developers Are Using Coinbase Onramp in ZetaChain Apps

ZetaChain’s integration makes Onramp functionality immediately available in apps across its ecosystem. A few live examples include:

• ZetaHub — ZetaChain’s official portal now includes a fiat-to-ZETA flow on its Trade page, making it easier for users to get started with send, stake, governance, and ecosystem exploration.

• Pitch Lucy — An AI-based portfolio manager where users “pitch” prompts to interact with the app. With Onramp embedded, users can fund their wallet and continue using the app without leaving the page.

• Beam DEX — A cross-chain DEX that enables native swaps across chains, including Bitcoin. New users can now acquire ZETA in their wallets using fiat and immediately swap across ecosystems.

• Burnt Game — A game-theory experiment where users mint a token and race to accumulate supply. Fiat access via Onramp allows new users to fund their wallets and join the game using the same payment methods they use for online entertainment.

• Random Meme — A basket-purchase app for trending memecoins across chains. Onramp enables a seamless experience to fund their wallets with Zeta  using fiat, and swap to multichain portfolios—all within one interface.

How To Implement

Coinbase Onramp is designed for easy implementation:

• Add a few lines of JavaScript to your frontend to embed the Onramp widget.

• Customize pre-filled values like destination wallet and asset (e.g., ZETA).

• Leverage Coinbase’s infrastructure for KYC, fraud prevention, payment rails, and crypto delivery—so you can stay focused on building your app.

Developers building on ZetaChain can combine Onramp with ZetaChain’s Universal EVM to create truly Universal Apps that support fiat users from day one.

Get Started

ZetaChain’s Onramp integration utilizes Coinbase Developer Platform’s intuitive APIs and adaptable UI components, enabling effortless crypto purchasing experiences embedded directly within apps. This saves developers from building complex payments or custody systems from scratch, ensuring fast, secure, and trusted crypto accessibility.

Interested in adding Coinbase Onramp to your app? Check out our Onramp docs here or book time with our team here.