If you hold Litecoin and want a dollar stablecoin without going through a bank or fiat, you can swap LTC to USDT on AviorSwap, a crypto exchange that supports USDT on both Ethereum (ERC20) and Solana. Enter any amount in the swap form to see the live rate before you sign up. You can see the live LTC to USDT quote (https://aviorswap.com/swap) right now, with no account needed.
This guide shows how to convert LTC to USDT step by step, how to choose between LTC to USDT ERC20 and LTC to USDT Solana, and which checks keep your coins on the right network.
What happens when you swap Litecoin to USDT
Litecoin runs on its own blockchain. USDT is a stablecoin issued by Tether on several networks, and each version is a separate token on a separate chain. When you swap Litecoin to USDT, your LTC does not travel to Ethereum or Solana. You deposit LTC on the Litecoin network, swap it for the USDT version you want inside the exchange, and then withdraw that USDT on its own network.
That means two networks are involved, and each one has its own check:
- On deposit, LTC must arrive on the Litecoin network
- On withdrawal, USDT must leave on the network that matches the version you chose, ERC20 (Ethereum) or Solana
The swap on AviorSwap supports 10 assets: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, XRP, LTC, DOGE, AVAX, USDT (ERC20) and USDT (Solana). Deposits are crypto only, so no cards or bank transfers are involved at any stage.
Why people convert LTC to USDT
Reasons vary. Some people want to hold part of their crypto in a dollar-pegged asset. Others need USDT to pay, settle or move value to a wallet or app that works with stablecoins. Some simply want a stable unit to keep track of value between trades. This guide does not tell you whether or when to swap; it only explains how the process works once you have decided.
Before you start
- A wallet or platform holding your LTC
- A receiving wallet for USDT on the network you plan to use: an Ethereum address (starts with 0x) for ERC20, or a Solana address for USDT on Solana
- A little ETH in an Ethereum wallet, or a little SOL in a Solana wallet, so you can move your USDT later
- An email address for sign-up
How to swap LTC to USDT in 3 steps
Before step 1, open the swap form, choose LTC as the asset you give and USDT (ERC20) or USDT (Solana) as the asset you receive, and enter the amount you have in mind. You will see a live quote. Nothing is executed at this point.
Step 1: Sign up with email. Create an AviorSwap account with your email address. This gives you a balance where your LTC deposit will arrive. AviorSwap operates under its AML policy (https://aviorswap.com/aml-compliance).
Step 2: Deposit LTC on the Litecoin network. Open the deposit page, choose LTC and copy the Litecoin deposit address shown for your account. Send LTC to that address from your wallet using the Litecoin network only. After pasting, compare the first and last characters of the address. The deposit is credited after network confirmations.
Step 3: Swap LTC to USDT (ERC20 or Solana) on /swap. When your LTC balance appears, return to the swap page, select LTC and the USDT version you want, enter the amount and review the live quote. Confirm, and USDT appears in your balance.
Then withdraw the USDT to your own wallet. Pick the USDT version you hold, select the matching network, paste your receiving address and confirm. For any address you have not used before, send a small test amount first.
ERC20 or Solana: which USDT network to pick
Both versions are issued by Tether and track the same dollar. The practical difference is where the coins can go next. The simplest rule is to choose the network your next wallet, app or platform uses.
- Pick USDT (ERC20) if you plan to use the USDT with an Ethereum wallet such as MetaMask, or with an app or platform that accepts USDT on Ethereum
- Pick USDT (Solana) if your wallet is Phantom, Solflare or another Solana wallet, or the place you are sending to accepts USDT on Solana. Solana is built for fast block production, so transfers usually confirm quickly
- If you are not sure, check the deposit page of the receiving platform. It will list the networks it accepts for USDT
- Keep the right gas token in the receiving wallet: ETH for ERC20, SOL for Solana
For a fuller comparison of the two options, see our guide on how to swap crypto to USDT on ERC20 or Solana (https://aviorswap.com/blog/how-to-swap-crypto-to-usdt-erc20-or-solana).
Whatever you pick, check the network before withdrawing. USDT (ERC20) goes out on Ethereum to a 0x address. USDT (Solana) goes out on Solana to a Solana address. A mismatch between the asset, the network and the receiving address is the most common reason USDT gets stuck.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Sending LTC from a platform on a network other than Litecoin. Use the Litecoin network for LTC deposits
- Choosing the wrong USDT version in the swap. Check the Buy asset before you confirm
- Pasting a Solana address for an ERC20 withdrawal, or a 0x address for a Solana withdrawal
- Sending USDT to a platform that does not accept that network
- Skipping a test transfer to a new address
Other pairs
The same three steps work for the other coins in the swap list. If you hold Bitcoin, read BTC to USDT on Solana (https://aviorswap.com/blog/btc-to-usdt-solana-how-to-swap). If you hold Ether, see ETH to USDT: Solana vs ERC20 (https://aviorswap.com/blog/eth-to-usdt-solana-vs-erc20).
FAQ
Can I get USDT on TRC20?
No. AviorSwap supports USDT on ERC20 and on Solana only. TRC20 (Tron) is not available, so do not send TRC20 USDT to AviorSwap and do not withdraw to a Tron address.
Can I swap LTC to BTC or other coins?
Yes. The swap supports 10 assets: BTC, ETH, BNB, SOL, XRP, LTC, DOGE, AVAX, USDT (ERC20) and USDT (Solana). You can swap LTC to any of the other nine, for example LTC to BTC or LTC to SOL. Rates for each pair are listed on https://aviorswap.com/markets.
What if I send to the wrong network?
Stop and do not send more to the same address. Whether funds can be recovered depends on where they went and who controls that address. Our guide for anyone who sent USDT on the wrong network (https://aviorswap.com/blog/sent-usdt-wrong-network-recover) explains the options.
Can I see the quote before I create an account?
Yes. The swap form shows a live quote for the exact amount of LTC you enter, with no sign-up.
Can I pay with a card or bank transfer?
No. AviorSwap accepts crypto deposits only. To get USDT, you deposit LTC or another supported coin and swap it.
The bottom line
To swap LTC to USDT, check the quote, sign up with email, deposit LTC on the Litecoin network and swap it to USDT (ERC20) or USDT (Solana). Choose the network your next wallet or platform uses, and confirm it again before you withdraw.
Check how much USDT you'll get for your LTC on AviorSwap (https://aviorswap.com/swap).
This article is for information only and is not financial or tax advice. Crypto prices are volatile, and network conditions and confirmation times change, so review current conditions before you transact.