# 🏦 Vault Mechanics

#### Deposits

* Users deposit **USDC** and receive **mvXXUSDC** (e.g., `mvLPUSDC` or `mvDNUSDC`).
* The vault’s **exchange rate (USDC ↔ mvXXUSDC)** increases as yield is harvested.
* Early depositors benefit as each share appreciates in value.

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“Your mvXXUSDC value grows over time as the vault earns yield. Once you request a withdrawal, your position stops earning yield until it’s finalized.”
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#### Withdrawals

Withdrawals are managed through **epochs** to ensure efficiency and fairness.

1. **Request Withdrawal**\
   Choose how much to withdraw — that amount stops earning yield immediately.
2. **Pending Phase**\
   Your withdrawal stays queued until the vault’s withdrawal window opens.
3. **Finalize or Cancel**\
   When redemptions open, you can redeem your mvXXUSDC for USDC at the current vault rate.\
   You may also cancel before execution.

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“Withdrawals are batched by epoch. Your funds stop earning yield once requested and can be redeemed once redemptions open.”
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