> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](/llms.txt)

# Explore apps on Aztec

Aztec is more than infrastructure: there are apps you can use today. This page shows what kinds of apps exist and where to find the current list.

Third-party software

Most apps listed here are built by independent ecosystem teams, not by Aztec Labs or the Aztec Foundation. They are early-stage software on an [Alpha network](/participate/alpha.md). Do your own research and start with small amounts.

## Where to find apps

The ecosystem moves fast, so the docs deliberately do not try to maintain a full list. Two sources stay current:

* The [**Aztec ecosystem page**](https://aztec.network/projects) - the official directory, filterable by category (wallets, bridges, DeFi, and more). When in doubt, open apps from here rather than from search results.
* The [**awesome-aztec repo**](https://github.com/AztecProtocol/awesome-aztec) - a community-maintained list of projects and tools on GitHub.

## What you can do today

### Hold and send privately

Consumer wallets like [Azguard](https://azguardwallet.io/) (browser extension) let you hold assets and make private transfers. See [Wallets](/participate/basics/wallets.md) for how Aztec wallets work and the [Get started guide](/participate/get-started.md) for setup steps.

### Bridge assets from Ethereum

Bridge apps move assets between Ethereum and Aztec. [Shield](https://shield.human.tech/) bridges assets into Aztec, including converting $AZTEC into [Fee Juice](/participate/basics/fees.md) to pay transaction fees. Find the current list in the Bridges category of the [ecosystem page](https://aztec.network/projects), and read [Bridging](/participate/basics/bridging.md) to understand deposits, withdrawals, and timing before your first transfer.

### Trade and use DeFi

Private trading is one of Aztec's headline use cases. For example, [Nemi](https://nemi.fi) is a DEX where you can swap tokens without exposing your identity or positions.

### Collect and play

Projects like [RavenHouse](https://www.ravenhouse.xyz/) bring NFTs with private ownership to Aztec, and games are an active area of ecosystem development. Watch the [ecosystem page](https://aztec.network/projects) and [official Aztec channels](/participate/safety.md#official-aztec-links) for launches.

### Follow the network

Block explorers like [Aztecscan](https://aztecscan.xyz) let anyone inspect public network activity. Private transaction details (sender, recipient, amount) are not visible on explorers. You can confirm your transaction was included without revealing what it did.

## Before you connect

A few habits keep you safe when trying new apps:

1. Open apps from the [ecosystem page](https://aztec.network/projects), not from ads or chat links.
2. Check what a transaction does before approving it in your wallet.
3. Use small amounts while apps and the network are in Alpha.

See [Staying safe](/participate/safety.md) for the full guidance.

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Building an app?

If you would rather build than use, start with the [Developer Guides](/developers/overview.md).