# Quick Start

### Prerequisites

* An **email address** or **Google account** for easy sign-up
* Alternatively, an EOA wallet (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, etc.)
* Basic understanding of crypto trading concepts

### Step 1: Access the Testnet

Navigate to [monad.yamata.io](https://monad.yamata.io) to access the Yamata testnet application.

### Step 2: Create Account or Sign In

Yamata makes getting started simple with multiple sign-in options:

#### Option 1: Social Login (Recommended for beginners)

1. Click **"Continue with Google"** to use your Google account
2. Complete the Google authentication process
3. A self-custodial wallet will be automatically created for you

#### Option 2: Email Signup

1. Click **"Continue with Email"**
2. Enter your email address and create a password
3. Verify your email when prompted
4. A self-custodial wallet will be automatically created for you

#### Option 3: Connect EOA Wallet (For experienced users)

1. Click **"Connect with EOA Wallet"**
2. Select your preferred wallet from the options
3. Approve the connection request in your wallet

**Important:** With social login and email signup, you maintain complete control of your funds through account abstraction technology - no seed phrases to manage.

### Step 3: Get Testnet Tokens

You'll need testnet tokens to start trading:

1. Once logged in, click on your Profile picture/name and select the **"Fund"** button
2. Request a testnet asset (BTC, ETH, USDC, etc.)
3. Tokens should appear in your account within 1-2 minutes

**Having trouble?** Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/VdefVAS4JP) for faucet support.

### Step 4: Make Your First Trade

Now you're ready to trade:

1. Navigate to the **Trade » Spot** section
2. Select a trading pair (e.g., ETH/USDC)
3. Choose your order type (Market or Limit)
4. Click **"Sell"**
5. Enter the amount you want to trade
6. Click **"Place Order"**
7. Your trade executes instantly - no wallet confirmations needed!

Thanks to Yamata's account abstraction and OHX technology, trading feels seamless while maintaining complete security.

### Need Help?

* **Spot Trading Guide** - Detailed trading instructions
* [**FAQ**](/appendix/faqs.md) - Common questions and troubleshooting
* [**Discord Support**](https://discord.gg/VdefVAS4JP) - Real-time community help
* [**Telegram**](https://t.me/yamataexchange) - Updates and announcements

### Feedback

This is a testnet - we want your feedback! Report bugs, suggest features, or share your experience in our [#suggestions-feedback](https://discord.com/channels/1239953784159867061/1247168143777071220) channel. Your input helps us build the best trading experience possible.

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**Ready to dive deeper? Check out our** [**Spot Trading**](/using-yamata/spot-trade.md) **guide for advanced trading functionalities.**


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