# Getting Started

## Quick Start Guide

Getting started with Sprocket is simple. Follow these steps to begin earning yield.

## Step 1: Connect Your Wallet

### Supported Wallets

* MetaMask
* WalletConnect
* Coinbase Wallet
* Rabby Wallet

### Supported Networks

* Base (primary)
* Ethereum Mainnet
* Arbitrum
* BSC
* Avalanche
* Sonic

## Step 2: Choose Your Strategy

### Risk Levels Available

| Risk Level       | APR Range | Best For                   |
| ---------------- | --------- | -------------------------- |
| **Conservative** | 5-15%     | Stable, predictable yields |
| **Balanced**     | 15-40%    | Risk-adjusted returns      |
| **Aggressive**   | 40-100%+  | Maximum yield potential    |

## Step 3: Deposit Assets

### Supported Assets

* **ETH** - Ethereum
* **USDC** - USD Coin
* **USDT** - Tether
* **AERO** - Aerodrome
* More assets coming soon

### Deposit Process

1. Select your asset
2. Choose deposit amount
3. Select risk tier
4. Approve transaction
5. Confirm deposit

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**No Bridge Needed:** Deposit from any supported chain - Sprocket handles all bridging automatically!
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## Step 4: Earn Rewards

### Reward Types

* **$xROCKET emissions** - Vested rewards from farms
* **Auto-compounding** - Yields automatically reinvested
* **Performance bonuses** - Extra rewards for early users

### Claiming Rewards

1. Navigate to "My Positions"
2. View accumulated rewards
3. Choose: Vest, Stake, or Instant Redeem
4. Confirm transaction

## TGE Participation

### How to Participate

During the 24 hour Token Generation Event:

1. **Visit** sprocketfi.com/mint
2. **Connect** your wallet
3. **Mint** $ROCKET using ETH or USDC
4. **Price** increases linearly from 1 USDC to 1.7 USDC
5. **Receive** $ROCKET instantly

### TGE Benefits

* First access to $ROCKET
* Lowest entry prices
* Immediate farming eligibility
* Future airdrop eligibility

## Advanced Features

### Lending & Borrowing

* Use $ROCKET as collateral to borrow ETH or USDC
* Borrow against your positions
* Time-based liquidation only

### Leverage Trading

* Long or short ecosystem assets, starting with $ROCKET
* High leverage available, dependant on Sprockets LTV
* No price-based liquidations

## Safety Tips

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**Security Reminders:**

* Always verify the official URL: sprocketfi.com
* Never share your seed phrase
* Start with small test transactions
* Understand the risks of your chosen tier
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## Need Help?

### Support Channels

* **Documentation:** docs.sprocketfi.com
* **Telegram:** t.me/SprocketFi
* **Twitter:** @SprocketFi

### FAQ

Visit our [FAQ section](#faq) for answers to common questions about:

* Gas fees
* Bridging times
* Reward calculations
* Risk management
* Technical issues