> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.carpediempension.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.carpediempension.com/guide/quick-start.md).

# Quick start

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To start, you need an Ethereum wallet that allows custom networks. Our recommendation is [BlockWallet](https://blockwallet.io/). For maximum security, consider pairing with a [hardware wallet](/general/ecosystem.md).

* Add the [PulseChain](https://pulsechain.com/) network to your wallet. In BlockWallet, you can search “369” and PulseChain will appear
* Buy PLS on [ChangeNOW](https://changenow.io/?from=eur\&to=pls\&fiatMode=true\&amount=200), insert your public address that can be found in your wallet. Starts with “0x”
* Go to [Piteas](https://app.piteas.io/#/swap?inputCurrency=ETH\&outputCurrency=0x6f0dDa6b522fcC7807CcacA4D37eF6958e95E1B9), connect your wallet, and click the little fox icon next to CDP to view CDP in your wallet. Optionally, click “Save image URL” to also add the CDP logo

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* Swap PLS for CDP. IMPORTANT: KEEP ABOUT 1000 PLS IN YOUR WALLET FOR TRANSACTION FEES!
* Deposit CDP at <https://carpediempension.com/>

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