> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://middlelend.gitbook.io/middlelend/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://middlelend.gitbook.io/middlelend/get-started/welcome.md).

# Welcome

Welcome to Middle Lend, where you can experience the smooth and friendly lending protocol, and immerse yourself in the joys of DeFi.

Middle Lend is an EVM-compatible protocol designed to facilitate the use of crypto assets as collateral for borrowing the base asset. 

Additionally, accounts can accrue interest by supplying the base asset to the protocol.