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The spender is a separate decision

Approving a token grants a specific address spending authority.

Updated and sources checked · 29 September 2026

Identify the spender

Read the actual approval target and token contract. Do not assume the contract that executes a swap is the address that should receive an allowance.

Check the documented role

0x explicitly distinguishes its allowance targets from its execution contract. Compare the current deployment documentation with the transaction request rather than relying on a familiar application logo.

Review the amount and lifespan

An allowance may outlast one trade. Understand the requested amount, expiry where relevant, and how to review or revoke the permission. Reject a request you cannot explain.

Profiles: 0x / Matcha

Sources checked

Source review: . Product documentation describes intended behavior; no trade execution or security audit was performed.

  1. 0x contract roles ↗

    Allowance targets and execution contracts

This publication compiles documented information. It does not provide investment advice, recommend trades, connect wallets or execute swaps.