# Account Setup

## 🔶 Step 1: Launch Upscale

To become a trader on Upscale, start with [@upscaletradebot](http://t.me/upscaletradebot) and follow the instructions from registration to trading start.\
You can also use the web version: all features are available on [upscale.trade](https://upscale.trade).

### Login Methods

Choose a convenient way to log in and get started:

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#### 🌐 Login via Social Network

**Login with Telegram**

* You will be redirected to the Telegram interface where you need to confirm login using your Telegram account. Just click "Allow" to grant Upscale access to your profile.

**Login with Google**

* A Google authorization window will open. Enter your Google account details, allow access, and you will automatically enter your Upscale dashboard.

#### 👛 Login via Crypto Wallet

**TonConnect (for TON wallets)**

* Select this option to connect a wallet based on TON (e.g., Tonkeeper). You will need to scan a QR code with your wallet or confirm the connection within the Tonkeeper/TON Wallet app.

**Other wallets:**

* After selecting "Other wallets," a menu will open with a list of popular wallets.
* **WalletConnect:** Connection via a universal protocol supporting many mobile and desktop wallets. Scan the QR code with your wallet app or confirm authorization.
* **Coin98 Wallet, MetaMask, Trust Wallet, OKX Wallet, Rabby Wallet, Phantom, Rainbow, Browser Wallet:**
  * Choose the required wallet. The system will prompt you either to open the wallet app or confirm access in your browser extension.
  * For browser wallets, a popup will appear where you need to approve account connection.
  * For mobile wallets, open the mobile app and approve the action there.

> 💡 **If this is your first time connecting a wallet** — pay close attention to interface prompts and security messages from your wallet application.

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## 🔶 Step 2: Enter Promo Code (optional)

If you have an **invitation code** (promo code), enter it to activate additional features or gain access to special conditions.

> 🔓 **Promo code is not mandatory.**
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> 💡 **Want to get a promo code?** Subscribe to our [Upscale Telegram channel](https://t.me/upscale_news_ru) to be the first to learn about giveaways and promotions.

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## 🔶 Step 3: Choose Your Trading Capital

After payment confirmation, your deposit will appear in the app. Now you can take the challenge and start trading!

| Payment Method | Telegram | Web Version |
| -------------- | :------: | :---------: |
| Telegram Stars |     ✅    |      ✅      |
| TON (Toncoin)  |     ✅    |      ✅      |
| USDT (TON)     |     ✅    |      ✅      |
| USDT (TRC-20)  |     ❌    |      ✅      |
| USDT (BEP-20)  |     ❌    |      ✅      |
| USDT (ERC-20)  |     ❌    |      ✅      |
| USDC (ERC-20)  |     ❌    |      ✅      |
| ETH (Ethereum) |     ❌    |      ✅      |
| BNB (BEP-20)   |     ❌    |      ✅      |
| TRX (Tron)     |     ❌    |      ✅      |

> 💡 The payment method does not affect the amount of your trading capital — after payment, you will immediately gain access to your funds and can start trading.\
> ℹ️ **Note:** Some payment methods are **only available through the web version**.

### How to Choose a Payment Method

* If you want to pay using BEP-20, TRC-20, or ERC-20 networks, use the **web version** of Upscale. Choose the network, connect your crypto wallet, and confirm the transaction.
* In the Telegram app, you can only pay with **Stars, TON, and USDT (TON)**.

### Supported Wallets for Payments

When paying via wallet, you can choose any of the following:

| Wallets on the TON network | Wallets on other networks |
| -------------------------- | ------------------------- |
| Tonkeeper                  | WalletConnect             |
| Wallet (Wallet of TON)     | Coin98 Wallet             |
| Tonhub                     | MetaMask                  |
| Klever Wallet              | Trust Wallet              |
| Proton Wallet              | OKX Wallet                |
|                            | Rabby Wallet              |
|                            | Phantom                   |
|                            | Rainbow                   |
|                            | Browser Wallet            |

🏄 *After completing payment, you will instantly gain access to your funds and can start trading!*