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# Account Setup

## 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.

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## Step 1: Connect Your Wallet

**Desktop (MetaMask):**

Visit [app.quantsedge.com](https://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 →](https://github.com/quantsedgeai/app/blob/wonk/docs/guides/wallets-and-security.md)

## 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 →](/quantsedge-docs/trading-fundamentals/risk-management.md)

## 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 →](/quantsedge-docs/getting-started/managing-funds.md)

## 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 →](https://github.com/quantsedgeai/app/blob/wonk/docs/guides/notifications.md)

## 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 →](/quantsedge-docs/getting-started/first-trading-bot.md)

**Learn Strategies:** [Strategy Overview →](/quantsedge-docs/trading-strategies/strategy-overview.md)

**Need Help?** [FAQ →](/quantsedge-docs/reference/faq.md) | [Support →](/quantsedge-docs/help-and-support/contact-and-support.md)

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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.


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