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# Getting Started with $NEURO: A Step-by-Step Guide

🟒 **Solana Users:** If you want to buy $NEURO using SOL on Raydium/Solana DEXs, follow **Steps 1-4 in Section 1**.

πŸ”΅ **Base Network Users:** If you want to buy $NEURO by swapping $VIRTUALS tokens on Virtuals.io, follow **Steps 1-4 in Section 2**.

#### **1️⃣**🟒 **Setting Up a Phantom Wallet for Solana**

Phantom is one of the most popular wallets for storing, sending, and receiving **Solana ($SOL) and SPL tokens**, including **$NEURO**.

**βœ… Step 1: Install Phantom Wallet**

* Visit [**https://phantom.app**](https://phantom.app)
* Download **Phantom** for your **browser (Chrome, Brave, Firefox, Edge)** or **mobile (iOS, Android)**.
* Click **"Add to Brave"** (or your preferred browser).
* Once installed, **click on the Phantom extension** and **create a new wallet**.

**βœ… Step 2: Secure Your Wallet**

* Phantom will **generate a 12-word Secret Recovery Phrase** – **WRITE THIS DOWN & STORE IT SAFELY** (Do not share it with anyone).
* Set up a **strong password** for quick access.
* Click **"Continue"** and your **wallet is ready**!

**βœ… Step 3: Fund Your Wallet with SOL**

* To buy **$NEURO on Solana**, you’ll need **Solana ($SOL) for gas fees**.
* Buy **$SOL** from **Coinbase, Kraken** or another exchange and send it to your Phantom **wallet address**.
* Your **wallet address** is found at the **top of the Phantom extension** (Click to copy it).

**βœ… Step 4: Swap for $NEURO on Raydium**

* Go to <https://raydium.io/swap/?inputMint=So11111111111111111111111111111111111111112&outputMint=DPbSA2jf8Mqpc59upHUA29zr8ZdtP4mZMaz95k7wpump&referrer=AnGaGL4QPryaBsadjEn1trzPPbuHq5QnLwxiP5gHdsRP>
* Select **$SOL β†’ $NEURO**

## **πŸ”’ Buying $NEURO Safely: Always Do Your Research! πŸ”**

When purchasing **$NEURO**, you might see a message reminding you that it **isn’t traded on leading centralized exchanges (CEXs)**. Since **$NEURO is a decentralized token**, it is available on **DEX platforms like Raydium (Solana) and others.** 🌍

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### **βœ… Safety Checklist Before Purchasing:**

β˜‘ **Stay informed** – Make sure to verify updates from official sources.\
β˜‘ **Verify token contracts** – Always use the **correct contract address** from the official links.\
β˜‘ **Trade safely** via **trusted DEX platforms** – Avoid phishing links and scams.

> **Reminder:** Be cautious of unofficial trading platforms, as decentralized tokens may not be listed on major centralized exchanges.

πŸ”Ή **Official Trading Platforms for $NEURO:**

* **Solana DEX:**  <https://raydium.io/swap/?inputMint=So11111111111111111111111111111111111111112&outputMint=DPbSA2jf8Mqpc59upHUA29zr8ZdtP4mZMaz95k7wpump&referrer=AnGaGL4QPryaBsadjEn1trzPPbuHq5QnLwxiP5gHdsRP>
* Click **Swap** and approve the transaction in Phantom.
* Done! πŸŽ‰ Your **$NEURO tokens** will appear in Phantom.

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#### **2️⃣** πŸ”΅**Setting Up MetaMask for Base & ETH Purchases**

If you want to buy **$NEURO on the Base network (Ethereum L2)**, you need **MetaMask**.

**βœ… Step 1: Install MetaMask**

* Go to [**https://metamask.io**](https://metamask.io)
* Download the **MetaMask** extension for Chrome, Brave, or Firefox.
* Click **"Create a Wallet"** and set up a **password**.

**βœ… Step 2: Add the Base Network to MetaMask Since** **Base is not added by default**, **you need to manually add it**. Open the network selection dropdown menu by clicking the dropdown button at the top of the extension

* Open MetaMask and click **"Settings" β†’ "Networks" β†’ "Add Network"**.
* Use these settings for Base:
  * **Network Name:** Base
  * **RPC URL:** `https://mainnet.base.org`
  * **Chain ID:** `8453`
  * **Currency Symbol:** ETH
  * **Explorer URL:** `https://basescan.org`

Click **"Save"**, and you’re now on **Base**!

**βœ… Step 3: Fund Your Wallet with ETH on Base**

* Buy **ETH** from **Coinbase, Uniswap, or another exchange**.
* **Bridge ETH to Base** using **<https://bridge.base.org>**.
* Once ETH/Base arrives in your **MetaMask**, you're ready for the next step

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🚨 **Attention $NEURO Community!** 🚨\
Looking to pick up $NEURO on **Base**? Here’s what you need to know!

πŸ”‘ **$NEURO is NOT listed on centralized exchange's**. Instead, it is **available on the Virtuals marketplace**, where you can buy it using **$VIRTUALS, the $Neuro native token of Virtuals.io on Base.**

πŸ” **Steps to buy $NEURO on Base:**

\
&#x20;**Swap ETH for $VIRTUALS** on Decentralized exchanges like Uniswap <https://app.uniswap.org/swap?outputCurrency=0x0b3e328455c4059eeb9e3f84b5543f74e24e7e1b&chain=base> always double-check the token contract before confirming.

### **βœ… Safety Checklist Before Purchasing:**

β˜‘ **Stay informed** – Make sure to verify updates from official sources.\
β˜‘ **Verify token contracts** – Always use the **correct contract address** from the official links.\
β˜‘ **Trade safely** via **trusted DEX platforms** – Avoid phishing links and scams.

> **Reminder:** Be cautious of unofficial trading platforms, as decentralized tokens may not be listed on major centralized exchanges.

<figure><img src="https://3214551706-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F5xIHHz3KvEPxuI1fulR8%2Fuploads%2Fm7ixTHlo72IxNnhUXbNW%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=9e1cf7f5-2238-4a69-8c33-ed4403154bf1" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

**βœ… Step 4: Buy $NEURO on Virtuals.io**

* Visit the Virtuals marketplace where **$NEURO is listed** [https://app.virtuals.io/prototypes/0x4d4126cCf49Fc48eB0C880BC3DC31aA6d4DB72e5  ](<https://app.virtuals.io/prototypes/0x4d4126cCf49Fc48eB0C880BC3DC31aA6d4DB72e5  >)
* Swap **Virtuals/Base for $NEURO**. &#x20;
* Confirm the transaction in MetaMask.

πŸŽ‰ **That’s it! You’re now holding $NEURO on Solana (Phantom) or Base (MetaMask)!** πŸŽ‰

## **πŸ”— Useful Links**

* πŸ”Ή **Phantom Wallet:** <https://phantom.app>
* πŸ”Ή **MetaMask Wallet:** <https://metamask.io>
* πŸ”Ή **Raydium Swap:** <https://raydium.io/swap/?inputMint=So11111111111111111111111111111111111111112&outputMint=DPbSA2jf8Mqpc59upHUA29zr8ZdtP4mZMaz95k7wpump&referrer=AnGaGL4QPryaBsadjEn1trzPPbuHq5QnLwxiP5gHdsRP>
* πŸ”Ή**Base Bridge:** <https://bridge.base.org>&#x20;
* ν ½&#xDD39;**$Base Chain** [https://app.virtuals.io/prototypes/0x4d4126cCf49Fc48eB0C880BC3DC31aA6d4DB72e5 ](<https://app.virtuals.io/prototypes/0x4d4126cCf49Fc48eB0C880BC3DC31aA6d4DB72e5 >)