# What is 1PERP?

**What is 1Perp?**\
1PERP is a Perp DEX Aggregator that connects multiple leading decentralized perpetual
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exchanges — including Aster, Hyperliquid, and Orderly — **to aggregate and distribute market**
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**liquidity.**
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It serves as a unified entry point for users to trade, hedge, and manage positions across
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platforms, while dynamically directing trading volume and user traffic to different DEXs at
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various stages — effectively becoming the distribution and coordination center for the onchain derivatives ecosystem.

By connecting to major Perp DEXs such as Aster, Orderly, Hyperliquid, EdgeX, Byreal, Sunperp, and Backpack,\
1Perp provides:

* **Unified Position Management** — monitor and manage all positions, PnL, and risk across platforms.
* **Consolidated Capital View** — track total margin balances and capital utilization in one dashboard.
* **Cross-DEX Hedge Execution** — open mirrored positions on multiple exchanges to minimize risk.
* **Automated Points Optimization** — earn platform points and airdrops efficiently through automated strategies.
* **Pro Trading API** — offer advanced, low-latency trading API for quant and institutional users.

In short, **1Perp = a unified gateway for all Perp DEX trading and reward farming**,\
helping users save time, improve capital efficiency, and maximize incentives.


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