> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.liquidramp.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Escrow

> On-chain protection for crypto during offramp and swap.

Liquidramp uses **on-chain escrow** to hold crypto while the other leg of an offramp or swap completes.

| Order type | Escrow?                                       |
| ---------- | --------------------------------------------- |
| Offramp    | Yes — customer deposits crypto                |
| Swap       | Yes — customer deposits the input currency    |
| Onramp     | No — crypto is sent directly to the recipient |

## What you need to do

1. Present the deposit address from `payin.address` — never substitute your own wallet.
2. Optionally set a `refund` destination on order creation so cancelled or expired deposits can be returned.
3. Wait for `order.asset_locked` after the deposit is confirmed, then `order.asset_released` or `order.settled` when funds move onward.

Do not assume `status: completed` is on-chain proof by itself. Use `?include=payout` and check `tx_hash` when you need a transaction id.

## Related

* [Settlement](/concepts/settlement)
* [Offramp quickstart](/quickstarts/offramp)
* [Swap quickstart](/quickstarts/swap)