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What do I need to trade on 1st?

To start trading on 1st, simply sign in with an email address or a passkey and deposit USDC. When you sign up, 1st automatically creates a decentralized, self-custodial smart wallet for you using Privy. This wallet lives on-chain and is fully controlled by you.  Once signed in, you can deposit funds and start trading immediately.

How do I deposit USDC to 1st?

1st supports USDC deposits on Base only. You can deposit USDC in two ways:
  • From an external crypto wallet
  • Via bank transfer or card using Coinbase Onramper
Deposit through an external crypto wallet
  1. Navigate to your Assets page and click Receive
  2. Copy your 1st wallet address
  3. Open your external wallet and make sure it’s connected to the Base network
  4. Select USDC, paste your 1st wallet address, and enter the amount
  5. Send the transaction
Your USDC will appear in your 1st account within seconds after confirmation. Deposit through Coinbase Onramper
  1. Navigate to your Assets page and click Receive
  2. Click Use Card to open Coinbase Onramper
  3. Enter the amount you want to deposit
  4. Choose your payment method:
    • Bank transfer
    • Apple Pay
    • USDC from your Coinbase account
  5. Complete the transaction
Your USDC will appear in your 1st account within seconds.

How do I trade on 1st?

On 1st, you trade mirror tokens against USDC using an on-chain order book. Market trades (instant swaps)
You can instantly buy or sell mirror tokens against USDC using swaps.
Limit orders
You can place limit orders to buy or sell mirror tokens at your preferred price. When your order is filled, funds are automatically credited to your Assets page.

How do I withdraw USDC from 1st?

You can withdraw USDC and native tokens from 1st at any time.
  • USDC is always withdrawn on Base
  • Vested tokens are withdrawn on their native chain
Withdrawing funds
  1. Navigate to your Assets page and click Send
  2. Paste the external wallet address you want to receive funds on
  3. Select the asset you want to withdraw
  4. Confirm the withdrawal
Your funds will appear in your external wallet within seconds. 1st does not charge any withdrawal fees.