How to create and connect your private key/keystore on IDEX
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Here’s how to connect your wallet with a private key or keystore file on IDEX.
Step 1 — Getting Started
Go to https://idex.market. You will be met with a welcome message that provides the basic information you need. Please read this for important information before continuing.
Step 2 — Explore
Click “Explore” if you’d like to see IDEX before signing in.
Step 3a — Creating a New Wallet
Click “New Wallet” in the upper nav bar. Enter your wallet password. Note: We cannot recover your wallet file or password if lost, make sure you keep backups of this information!
Step 3b —Download your Keystore
Once you have input your password and created the wallet you will be able to download the keystore file. Make sure to have backups of this file or you risk losing your funds.
Step 3c —Save your Private Key
Click “Got it, Get my Private Key” to go to the page with your private key. Save this key somewhere safe and click “Return to Exchange.”
Step 4a — Unlocking Your Wallet
Click “Unlock Wallet” in the upper right corner of the nav bar and select “Keystore File” or “Private Key.”
Step 4b — Keystore Method
If you selected to input your keystore you must click “Select Wallet File” and find the keystore file. Once you have done that you must input your password and click “Unlock.”
Step 4c— Private Key Method
If you selected to input your private key you must paste in your private key and click “Unlock.”
Step 5
Congratulations! You are now signed into IDEX and can now deposit tokens. Once you have deposited you can start trading!
Next Steps
- How to Deposit and Withdraw
- How to Trade with Limit and Market orders
- How to check your trade and balance history
- How to view and cancel your open orders
