Getting Started with DeFi

A practical guide to making your first DeFi transactions safely.

Prerequisites

**Wallet**: MetaMask or similar

**ETH**: For gas fees

**Tokens**: To use in protocols

**Knowledge**: Understand what you're doing

Install MetaMask

Secure your seed phrase

Add some ETH for gas

Buy on centralized exchange

Transfer to your wallet

Or use a DEX if you have ETH

Try a simple swap on Uniswap

Small amount first

Understand gas fees

Go to app.uniswap.org

Connect wallet

Select tokens (e.g., ETH → USDC)

Enter amount

Click "Swap"

Approve token if needed

Confirm transaction

Wait for confirmation

Go to app.aave.com

Connect wallet

Click "Supply" on an asset

Enter amount

Approve and confirm

Watch your balance grow

Start with established protocols

Use small amounts to learn

Understand fees before transacting

Keep records for taxes

Join Discord communities for help