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How To Buy

Step-by-Step Guide for normies on how to Buy Solana (SOL) and Tokens on DEXs(If you already have a desktop Solana wallet skip ahead to Part 3)Part 1: Buying Solana (SOL)Step 1: Choose a Cryptocurrency Exchange
To buy Solana (SOL), you will need to use a centralized exchange (CEX) such as:
-Binance
-Coinbase
-Kraken
-GeminiStep 2: Set Up an Account
Sign up on the exchange you choose.
Verify your identity (through KYC—Know Your Customer process).
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for enhanced security.Step 3: Deposit Funds
Deposit fiat (USD, EUR, etc.) via a bank transfer or credit card.
Deposit cryptocurrency (such as BTC or ETH) if you already own other coins.Step 4: Buy Solana (SOL)
Search for Solana (SOL) on the exchange.
Place an order to buy SOL by selecting how much you want to purchase.
Confirm the purchase, and your SOL will be available in your exchange wallet.Part 2: Transfer Solana (SOL) to a Desktop WalletStep 5: Set Up a Solana Desktop Wallet
After buying SOL, consider moving it to a Solana desktop wallet for security. Popular wallets include:
-Phantom Wallet
-Jupiter Wallet
-Sollet Wallet
-Solflare WalletStep 6: Find Your Wallet Address
Open your wallet and find the "Receive" or "Deposit" section.
Copy the Solana address to which you'll send your SOL.Step 7: Transfer Solana to Your Wallet
On the exchange, navigate to the "Withdraw" or "Send" section.
Paste your Solana address from the wallet into the required field.
Confirm the transaction.Step 8: Verify the Transfer
Once the transfer is confirmed (typically a few minutes), check your wallet for the SOL balance.Part 3: Buy Tokens on DEXScreener (via Decentralized Exchanges)Now that you have Solana in your wallet, you can use DEXScreener to find tokens and trade them on a Decentralized Exchange (DEX) like Raydium, Serum, or Orca.Step 9: Connect Your Wallet to a DEX
Go to a DEX
Use this link that connects to the normie exchange on DEX
https://dexscreener.com/solana/6rtkbs5barzzxpjicvrsgfzmqypovqrclzcr5wtwsavi
Connect your wallet:
On the DEX site, click "Connect Wallet".
Select your wallet (e.g., Phantom, Sollet, or Solflare) and follow the prompts to connect it.Step 10: Swap SOL for Tokens on the DEX (BUY NORMIE)
Select the Amount of SOL: Choose how much SOL you want to trade for Normie tokens
Approve the Transaction: You’ll be asked to approve the transaction via your wallet (e.g., Phantom, Sollet).
Confirm the Swap: Once approved, the tokens will be swapped and sent to your wallet.Step 11: Verify the Transaction
After the transaction is confirmed, check your wallet balance to confirm that the new tokens have arrived.
Additional Tips
Gas Fees: Solana transactions have low fees compared to other blockchains, but you still need a small amount of SOL for transaction fees when making trades.
Security: Ensure your wallet’s seed phrase is backed up securely, and never share it with anyone. Use 2FA wherever possible.
DEXScreener: It's a great tool to monitor token prices and track your trades on Solana-based DEXs. You can filter results by liquidity, volume, and price change.Summary:
Buy SOL on a centralized exchange like Coinbase or Binance.
Transfer SOL to your wallet (e.g., Phantom or Sollet) for added security.
Connect your wallet to a Solana DEX like Raydium or Orca.
Use DEXScreener to find tokens and trade SOL for other assets on the DEX.
Verify the transaction in your wallet to ensure the tokens are received.
By following these steps, you’ll be able to buy Solana, store it securely in your wallet, and use decentralized exchanges to swap for other tokens.Happy trading!