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AI Agent for Dollar-Cost Averaging Token Purchases on Uniswap V3 via 1Shot API

Automate scheduled token purchases on Uniswap V3 using the 1Shot API, and optionally receive Telegram notifications when swaps complete.

How it works
1 Step
Configure DCA trigger
2 Step
Set up on-chain permissions
3 Step
Execute, verify, and notify
Define frequency, input/output tokens, and per-purchase amount, and connect your 1Shot API credentials.

Overview

End-to-end automation for Uniswap V3 DCA via 1Shot API.

The AI agent automates end-to-end dollar-cost averaging trades into a chosen token on Uniswap V3 using 1Shot API. It configures scheduling, manages ERC-20 approvals and custody delegation, executes swaps with TWAP-based pricing, and logs results. Optionally, it can send Telegram alerts after each swap and maintains custody through Metamask Delegation.


Capabilities

What AI Agent for Dollar-Cost Averaging Token Purchases on Uniswap V3 via 1Shot API does

A compact, automated DCA workflow from config to confirmation.

01

Schedule ongoing DCA cadence for chosen tokens.

02

Configure input/output tokens and per-purchase amount.

03

Establish ERC-20 approvals and custody delegation for swaps.

04

Execute swaps on Uniswap V3 via the 1Shot API and TWAP pricing.

05

Monitor on-chain results and log every trade.

06

Notify via Telegram when a swap completes (optional).

Why you should use AI Agent for Dollar-Cost Averaging Token Purchases on Uniswap V3 via 1Shot API

Before: manual scheduling and monitoring; repeated ERC-20 approvals; custody management risks; susceptibility to timing and slippage; no automatic logs or completion alerts. After: trades run automatically on schedule; single approvals cover all purchases; custody stays with you via delegation; TWAP pricing reduces slippage; automatic logs and alerts after swaps.

Before
Manual scheduling and monitoring of every purchase.
Repeated ERC-20 approvals before each trade.
Custody and private key management risks.
Trades exposed to timing risk and price volatility.
No automatic logs or swap completion notifications.
After
Trades execute automatically on the configured cadence.
A single configuration handles multiple purchases.
Custody remains with you via delegated access.
TWAP-based pricing minimizes price impact and slippage.
Comprehensive logs and Telegram alerts after each swap.
Process

How it works

Three-step, easy-to-understand flow.

Step 01

Configure DCA trigger

Define frequency, input/output tokens, and per-purchase amount, and connect your 1Shot API credentials.

Step 02

Set up on-chain permissions

Create ERC-20 approvals and establish a custody delegation for SwapRouter02 and the pool tokens.

Step 03

Execute, verify, and notify

On schedule, the AI agent calls 1Shot API to perform the swap on Uniswap V3, verifies the transaction, logs results, and sends an optional notification.


Example

Example workflow

One realistic scenario that shows daily ops.

Scenario: A retail investor sets up a weekly DCA to convert USDC into ETH on Uniswap V3 via 1Shot API. Frequency: every Monday at 09:00 UTC. Amount per purchase: $50. After execution, the system logs the transaction hash and sends an optional Telegram alert with the new token balance. Result: a consistent weekly purchase is completed without manual intervention.

Crypto Trading 1Shot APIUniswap V3 (SwapRouter02, QuoterV2)Metamask DelegationTelegram (optional) AI Agent flow

Audience

Who can benefit

Roles that gain concrete value from this AI agent.

✍️ Retail investors

Prefer hands-off, scheduled buys to build exposure gradually.

💼 Crypto funds/DAOs

Automate recurring allocations across multiple tokens at scale.

🧠 Portfolio managers

Ensure consistent DCA with custody control and auditable logs.

Developers building automation

Use a ready-to-extend workflow to integrate into apps.

🎯 Family offices

Simplify multi-user oversight with delegated wallet access.

📋 DeFi traders

Reduce manual steps and stabilize purchase timings.

Integrations

Core tools that power the AI agent’s workflow.

1Shot API

Authenticates and executes DCA trades; provides on-chain function calls for swaps and TWAP data.

Uniswap V3 (SwapRouter02, QuoterV2)

Performs the token swap and retrieves price data to ensure TWAP-aligned execution.

Metamask Delegation

Allows performing swaps from a custody-controlled account without exporting private keys.

Telegram (optional)

Sends a swap completion alert and balance update when configured.

Applications

Best use cases

Practical scenarios that benefit from automated DCA on Uniswap V3.

An individual runs a weekly $50 DCA from USDC into ETH, automatically via 1Shot API.
A crypto fund allocates monthly sums across multiple tokens with a single configuration.
A portfolio manager implements a disciplined, time-weighted entry into new positions.
A developer prototypes automated trading flows with a custodial delegation setup.
A family office automates recurring token purchases while maintaining strict access controls.
An engineer tests DCA on a testnet or sandbox environment before rolling out to production.

FAQ

FAQ

Common questions about this AI agent and its workflow.

The agent relies on Uniswap V3 and 1Shot API integrations; tokens supported depend on pools and the 1Shot-enabled networks. It requires proper approvals and delegation configured in advance. You can target any pool with a valid SwapRouter02 and QuoterV2 setup. Custom tokens may require additional configuration to ensure TWAP can be computed accurately. Ensure your 1Shot API key has permissions for the relevant chain and token.

Custody remains with you through Metamask Delegation; private keys are not exported to the automation flow. Delegation grants limited, specific permissions to required contracts only. The workflow uses a server wallet to relay transactions, reducing direct exposure of keys. Always ensure your delegation scopes are restricted to the necessary contracts. You retain control and can revoke delegation at any time.

The included workflow uses community nodes compatible with self-hosted n8n instances. This means you’ll need a self-hosted setup to run the exact steps. If you use a hosted environment, verify compatibility and security implications. The agent is designed to work with your existing automation stack when self-hosted. If you cannot self-host, consider using a compliant alternative.

Swaps leverage TWAP to minimize slippage by averaging price across a short window. The 1Shot API and Uniswap Quoter provide price data to determine a fair execution point. The SwapRouter02 contract handles the actual trade with the determined parameters. You can adjust TWAP duration and pool selection to align with your risk tolerance. Always test with small allocations when starting.

Yes. Telegram notifications are supported and optional; you can enable alerts to receive the transaction hash, amount purchased, and remaining balance instantly. Alerts help you monitor progress without logging into wallets. Notifications are configurable per-swap and per-campaign. Disabling alerts keeps the flow quiet while still logging results.

You need a self-hosted n8n instance, a 1Shot API account with an API key, and a server wallet funded for gas. You must import the Uniswap contracts (QuoterV2, SwapRouter02, pool) into 1Shot per chain and set up the required approvals. Configure delegation for SwapRouter02 and the ERC-20 token from your pool. Finally, connect the DCA workflow to a trigger node to set frequency and activation.

If a swap fails, the agent logs the error with details and the transaction is not marked as completed. It can retry according to configured policies or alert you for manual intervention. All failures are recorded in the log for audit purposes and debugging. You can adjust Slippage tolerance, TWAP settings, and pool parameters to mitigate failures. Ensure your delegation permissions and wallet balance are sufficient before retries.


AI Agent for Dollar-Cost Averaging Token Purchases on Uniswap V3 via 1Shot API

Automate scheduled token purchases on Uniswap V3 using the 1Shot API, and optionally receive Telegram notifications when swaps complete.

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