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# Getting Started

From day one, we designed the platform with a strong focus on **security**, **simplicity**, and **user trust** — especially important for copy trading, where trades can be executed automatically in the background.

#### Secure registration with Privy

We use **Privy** as an external authentication and wallet management module.\
This decision allows us **not to store private keys** and ensures that users always retain full control over their assets.

During sign-up, you can choose the method that feels most comfortable:

* Connect an existing wallet
* Sign up via email
* Sign up via SMS code

All popular wallets and authentication methods are supported.

> **Important:** Your private key is visible **only to you**.\
> We do not have access to it at any point.

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After registration, you can immediately **export your private key** (see the screenshot below). This is optional, but recommended if you want full custody visibility from the start.

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#### Funding your account

To start trading, you will need:

* **USDC.e**
* **POL** tokens to pay network fees

To make this process seamless, we integrated the **Glide** module directly into the app.

With Glide, you can:

* Deposit funds from another network and automatically receive **USDC.e /** POL
* Bridge assets from Polygon to the required wallet

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The recommended flow:

1. Deposit or bridge funds to get **POL**
2. Deposit or bridge funds to get **USDC.e**
3. Your account is now fully ready for trading

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#### Withdrawals & asset management

The same Glide module also handles withdrawals.

You can:

* Withdraw funds from your account
* Send assets to **any wallet**
* Choose between **multiple supported networks**

There are no restrictions on destination wallets — everything remains fully permissionless and user-controlled.

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