# Quick Setup

### Onboarding Steps <a href="#what-if-i-dont-have-a-wallet-already" id="what-if-i-dont-have-a-wallet-already"></a>

**1.**   Launch VWAPE Bot on Telegram   <a href="https://t.me/VWAPE_bot" class="button primary">Start Bot 🚀</a>

**2.**  Type `/start` to initiate the onboarding process.

**3.**  Enter the captcha code shown to verify your identity then click on `/start` again.

**4.**  Choose the blockchain network you want to use.

**5.**  Enter the address of your existing EVM-compatible wallet.&#x20;

* This wallet will act as the [signer](https://vwape.gitbook.io/docs/techincal/signer-wallet) of your smart account and retain full custody of your funds. The [signer wallet ](https://vwape.gitbook.io/docs/techincal/signer-wallet)acts as the keyholder, granting permissions to sign and authorize all transactions associated with your smart account.

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VWAPE **does not** have custody of funds in your [smart account](https://vwape.gitbook.io/docs/techincal/smart-account).&#x20;

VWAPE is **not able to** transfer or withdraw **any funds** in your [smart account.](https://vwape.gitbook.io/docs/techincal/smart-account)&#x20;
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**5.**  Once your wallet is validated, your smart account will be automatically activated and the address will appear.

**6.**  Fund your smart account by sending **USDC** directly to your smart account **address** on the selected chain.

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Sending funds to the wrong network may result in a permanent loss.
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**7.** Start APEing and Sniping, knowing your funds are under your control.

### What if I don't have a wallet already? <a href="#what-if-i-dont-have-a-wallet-already" id="what-if-i-dont-have-a-wallet-already"></a>

If you don’t already have an EVM wallet (e.g., Rabby, MetaMask, WalletConnect, Coinbase Wallet) you can set one up easily:

* Download your wallet of choice for your mobile/browser *(see above).*
* Create a new wallet.

Your wallet has a secret recovery phrase – anyone with access to your password or seed phrase can access your funds. Best practice is to record your seed phrase and store it in a safe physical location.

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**Do not share your private key with anyone.**
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<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Deposit</td><td><a href="../deposit">deposit</a></td></tr><tr><td>Sniper</td><td><a href="../commands/sniper">sniper</a></td></tr><tr><td>Token Audit</td><td><a href="../commands/token-audit">token-audit</a></td></tr></tbody></table>