> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://basedapp.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://basedapp.gitbook.io/docs/based/funding-trading-account.md).

# Funding Trading Account

Getting funds into your trading account should take seconds, not minutes of navigating menus. Based gives you two fast paths — transfer crypto you already own, or buy instantly with a card.

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## Transfer Crypto

Send any supported token from your wallet or exchange — Based auto-detects the blockchain and generates a unique deposit address for you. No manual network selection, no copy-paste errors.

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**Select your token and chain**

Pick the token you want to deposit and the blockchain you're sending from. Your unique deposit address appears instantly.
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**Send and confirm**

Transfer from your wallet or exchange. Deposits typically arrive within 5 minutes.
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## Buy Crypto

Don't have crypto yet? Buy directly inside the app with your credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, Venmo, or Revolut. Choose your amount, pick a provider, and you're funded — no need to leave Based.

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**Choose your amount**

Enter how much you'd like to purchase in your local currency.
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**Select a provider and pay**

Pick your preferred payment provider and complete the purchase. Funds land in your trading account automatically.
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Once funded, you're ready to trade Perps, Spot, and more — all from the same account. [Start trading now](https://github.com/fjchng/gitbook/blob/main/trading/README.md).
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