> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.carbon.inc/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.carbon.inc/trading/getting-started.md).

# Getting Started

**Welcome to Carbon. Getting started takes as little as 3 minutes. On this page, you'll see the full flow to get started.**

#### <mark style="color:$info;">**1. Go to**</mark> [<mark style="color:$info;">**app.carbon.inc**</mark>](https://app.carbon.inc)

This is the official Carbon WebApp where all the magic happens. Click ''Log in'' in the top right to get started with your account creation.

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#### <mark style="color:$info;">**2. Create Your Account**</mark>

You have two options:

* **Connect Your Wallet**\
  Use Rabby or other supported wallets if you prefer a non-custodial experience from day one.
* **Log in with Telegram/Google/Apple**\
  No wallet setup needed. Carbon uses account abstraction to create a secure, fully integrated trading experience.\
  *Best option for fast, frictionless access.*

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#### <mark style="color:$info;">**3. Deposit Funds**</mark>

Once logged in, click on **“Deposit”**.

You can deposit **USDC** on Arbitrum directly to your trading account using:

* Wallet (if connected)
* Sending USDC to your deposit address (if using account abstraction)

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#### <mark style="color:$info;">**4. Make Your First Trade**</mark>

Go to the **Trading page**, choose a pair (e.g. BTC/USDT), set your position details:

* Direction (Long or Short)
* Size
* Leverage (up to 75x)
* Optional: Stop Loss / Take Profit

Click **“Long/Short”** to execute instantly.

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#### <mark style="color:$info;">**5. Track Your Position**</mark>

All active trades appear under the **“Positions”** tab.\
Here you can:

* Monitor PnL
* Close positions
* Edit SL/TP
* Edit Size
* View the estimated liquidation price

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That’s it — you're live.\
Now start trading, climb the leaderboard, and stack profit.

**📍 Need help?** Jump in [Discord](https://discord.gg/CarbonTerminal)


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