Create a Wallet
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A lot of mechanisms of Botto are built on the Ethereum blockchain. Some of them are also available on Base (buying, bridging and staking the token, and claiming rewards). This means you'll have to interact with the Ethereum or Base blockchains to participate in Botto.
Continuing with the Ethereum example: To interact with the Ethereum blockchain, you will need an Ethereum wallet. Here's how to get your very own Ethereum Wallet:
We recommend using MetaMask
Install MetaMask
Setup Wallet
Backup Wallet
Use your Address to receive funds
Download & Install the browser extension: https://metamask.io/
A new browser tab opens
Click Get Started
Since we're new to MetaMask, we want to Create a Wallet
Next screen we set a password and accept the Terms of Use
This is the most important step! Without any proper backup, you may not be able to restore your wallet and lose all funds!
Click:
Download this Secret Backup Phrase and keep it stored safely on an external encrypted hard drive or storage medium.
Make sure to follow the instruction. Store this file safely on an external storage medium.
Click CLICK HERE TO REVEAL SECRET WORDS
If you use a good password manager: Store those words in it.
Click Next
Open the Backup File and select the 12 words in the correct order to confirm your backup works as intended.
Click Confirm and your Wallet is setup
To receive Botto's tokens and other Ethereum Assets, you'll need your Ethereum Address.
Click MetaMask Button
Find Account 1
Click to Copy
You have copied your Ethereum Address now.
Here's an example Address (yes, it's that long!): 0xc3DA51b01d9E87d79d644819924862dc7A303454
Join our #help channel on Discord: https://discord.gg/GCnVsSsCvz
Never give your Backup Phrase away!
