How To Start Trading On dYdX

Estimated onboarding time (from fund purchase to deposit completion): 6 minutes.

This comprehensive guide walks you through trading on dYdX, a decentralized derivatives exchange.

Prerequisites for Trading

Before starting, ensure you have:

• A cryptocurrency wallet (e.g., MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet).
• USDC, ETH, or POLY on supported networks (Ethereum, Base, Polygon, Optimism).
• A small amount of ETH on the same network for transaction fees.

👉 Get started with MetaMask

Example: Preparing ETH on Base via MetaMask

1. Install MetaMask via Chrome Web Store.
2. Buy ETH on Base: Use MetaMask’s "Buy" feature, selecting Base as the network.
3. Funds Arrival: ETH typically lands in your wallet within minutes.

Deposit Options

dYdX requires funds to be deposited into its blockchain. Choose one method:

1. Wallet Deposit

• Instant Deposit: ~60 seconds (higher fees).
• Standard Deposit: ~20 minutes (lower fees).

2. Coinbase Onboarding

• Directly transfer funds to your dYdX wallet via Coinbase.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Connect Your Wallet

1. Navigate to dydx.trade.
2. Click "Connect Wallet" (top-right corner).

Step 2: Select a Wallet

Supported wallets:

• MetaMask
• Coinbase Wallet
• OKX Wallet
• Trust Wallet

Step 3: Authorize Wallet

• Sign two free requests:

  • Verify Ownership.
  • Enable Trading.

Step 4: Deposit Funds

Wallet Deposit

1. Click "Deposit".
2. Select token, amount, and speed.
3. Confirm transaction.

👉 Explore deposit options

Coinbase Deposit

1. Click "Deposit with Coinbase".
2. Copy your dYdX (Noble) address or scan QR code.

Step 5: Track & Trade

• Monitor deposit progress via notifications.
• Trade 200+ markets once funds arrive.

Supported Networks & Tokens

| Network | Tokens |
|------------|-------------|
| Ethereum | ETH, USDC |
| Base | ETH, USDC |
| Optimism | ETH, USDC |
| Polygon | POLY, USDC |

FAQ

Q: How long do deposits take?
A: Instant: ~60 sec; Standard: ~20 min.

Q: What’s the minimum deposit?
A: 11 USDC (or 1 USDC for Instant Deposit).

Q: Where can I get support?
A: Visit dYdX Help Center.

Disclaimer

dYdX is not available to U.S. persons or Restricted Persons. Crypto trading involves high volatility and risk. Perform your own research before investing.

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