Bridge ETH Only When Moving Chains — Avoid Unnecessary Risk

I only bridge ETH when I need to move value between different networks (for example from Ethereum mainnet to an L2 or another chain). If I'm staying on Ethereum mainnet or using an L2-native flow that accepts ETH, bridging is not required.

I consider bridging a deliberate step because it adds fees, time, and smart‑contract risk. When I do bridge, I use reputable/official bridges, check token standards (ETH vs WETH), and send a small test amount first.

If I want to avoid bridging risks, I sometimes use a trusted centralized exchange to move funds between chains or use a bridge provided by the L2 project itself.