> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://doc.orby.network/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://doc.orby.network/user-guide/how-to-obtain-collateral.md).

# How to obtain collateral

cdcETH, cdcBTC, and LCRO are tokens accepted as collateral on Orby Network. 

## What is cdcETH, cdcBTC, and LCRO?

cdcETH is essentially a receipt token representing your staked Ether (ETH) and any accrued staking rewards. Read the [official whitepaper here](https://crypto.com/document/cdceth_whitepaper). 

cdcBTC is a token backed 1:1 by native Bitcoin (BTC), with the underlying BTC securely held in cold storage under Crypto.com’s custody. Read the whitepaper [here](https://crypto.com/document/cdcbtc-whitepaper.pdf).

LCRO is a liquid staking token that represents staked CRO through Veno. It is a yield-bearing, auto-compounding asset, allowing users to passively earn staking rewards. Read more [here](https://crypto.com/en/product-news/crypto-com-app-lists-liquid-cro-lcro).

## How to Acquire these collaterals?

There are several ways to acquire CDCETH, CDCBTC, and LCRO.

* On a DEX: Purchase them on open markets (such as on [VVS Finance](https://vvs.finance/)).
* On a CEX: 
  * For CDCETH: 
    * Purchase or stake for cdcETH using this[ official guide](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/8398277-liquid-staking) as reference.
  * For CDCBTC: 
    * Using this [guide](https://help.crypto.com/en/articles/10293992-wrapped-btc-cdcbtc) as reference