Setting Up Your Wallet
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Before trading memecoins, you’ll need a wallet. The most popular for Solana-based coins is Phantom.
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Download the browser extension or mobile app
Create a new wallet (save your seed phrase somewhere safe — don’t share it with anyone)
Buy SOL on an exchange (like Coinbase, Binance, etc.)
Send it to your Phantom wallet address
You’ll use SOL to buy coins, and also to pay for transaction fees (they’re super cheap)
Many memecoin traders use multiple wallets:
One for holding stables
One for trading
One for testing links / connections
Never connect your wallet to random sites - double check links.
Use a trading wallet when trading coins. Safer than risking your main wallet.
Beware of fake DMs and scam airdrops - if it sounds too good to be true, it is.
Always back up your seed phrase offline (not in your phone notes).
Simple rule: If someone has your seed phrase or private key, they have your money.