Account Setup

Connect your wallet, configure security, and fund your trading wallet in under 10 minutes.

Prerequisites

You'll need a crypto wallet such as MetaMask, Trust Wallet, or any WalletConnect-compatible wallet. Use a modern browser (Chrome, Brave, Edge, Safari) or the QuantsEdge iOS app for optimal performance. Plan to start with approximately $500-1000 USDC for initial trading capital.

Step 1: Connect Your Wallet

Desktop (MetaMask):

Visit app.quantsedge.com, click "Connect Wallet" and select "MetaMask", then approve the connection and sign the authentication message (no gas fees required).

Mobile (WalletConnect):

Open the QuantsEdge app or website, click "Connect Wallet" and select "WalletConnect", scan the QR code with your wallet app, then approve the connection and sign the message.

Note: Your wallet is just for login. QuantsEdge creates a separate secure trading wallet automatically using Turnkey infrastructure.

Detailed wallet security →

Step 2: Automatic Trading Wallet

Once connected, QuantsEdge creates your secure trading wallet (takes ~5 seconds) using Turnkey secure enclave technology, linked to your login wallet while you maintain full control of private keys (we never access them), and optimized specifically for trading execution performance.

Step 3: Configure Safety Limits

Go to Settings → Risk Management and set protective limits:

Recommended Settings:

Limit	Recommended	Example ($10k account)
Daily Loss	5-10% of capital	$500-1000
Max Position	10-20% per trade	$1000-2000
Max Drawdown	15-25% total	$1500-2500

These act as emergency brakes to protect your capital.

Risk management guide →

Step 4: Fund Your Trading Wallet

Navigate to Account → Wallet, copy your trading wallet address, send USDC from your personal wallet, then wait 1-2 minutes for confirmation.

Starting Amounts:

Beginner traders should start with $500-1,000, intermediate traders with $2,000-5,000, and experienced traders with $5,000 or more.

Pro tip: Send a small test transaction first to verify the address.

Managing funds guide →

Step 5: Optional Enhancements

Enable Face/Touch ID (iOS)

Settings → Security → Enable biometric login for faster access

Configure Notifications

Settings → Notifications → Choose alerts for bot events (start/stop), position changes, P&L milestones, and risk limit breaches to stay informed about your trading activity.

Notification guide →

Setup Checklist

Complete your setup by ensuring your wallet is connected, trading wallet is funded, risk limits are configured, notifications are set (optional), and you've explored the platform.

Next Steps

Create Your First Bot: First Trading Bot Guide →

Learn Strategies: Strategy Overview →

Need Help? FAQ → | Support →

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Security Reminder: Never share your seed phrase. QuantsEdge will never ask for it. Enable all security features and review sessions regularly.