Your first decentralized exchange transaction can feel confusing.
You may already have a wallet, some TON (Gram), and a token (Settings) you want to buy, but then several questions start coming up: Where do I begin? Which token should I select? How much will I receive? What are the fees? And what happens if something goes wrong?
The good news is that the basic swap process on STON.fi is relatively straightforward.
The first thing you need is a compatible wallet containing the assets you want to use. More importantly, make sure the wallet also has enough of the required network token to cover transaction fees.
Once your wallet is ready, open STON.fi and connect it.
After connecting, you will see the swap interface. This is where you select the asset you want to exchange and the asset you want to receive. For example, you might choose TON as the token you are spending and another supported token as the one you want to receive.
Don't rush this part.
Before confirming anything, carefully check the token names and the transaction information displayed on the screen. If you are dealing with an unfamiliar token, verify that it is the correct asset. In crypto, two tokens can have very similar names or logos without being the same project.
After selecting the tokens, enter the amount you want to swap.
The interface should show you an estimated amount of the token you will receive along with other relevant transaction details. Take a moment to review everything instead of immediately approving the transaction.
This becomes even more important when you are making a larger swap. Price impact and slippage can affect the final amount you receive, particularly when the available liquidity for a trading pair is limited.
Once you are satisfied with the details, proceed with the swap and confirm the transaction through your wallet.
The transaction will then be processed on the blockchain. After it has been completed successfully, the received asset should appear in your wallet.
If this is your first time using STON.fi, I would personally recommend starting with a small amount.
There is no good reason to test a new platform with a large amount of money. A small transaction allows you to understand the connection process, wallet confirmation and transaction flow without unnecessarily exposing a large amount of your funds.
Once you are comfortable with basic swaps, you can start exploring other parts of the STON.fi ecosystem.
One area worth learning about is liquidity provision. Liquidity providers contribute assets to pools that facilitate decentralized trading and can receive a share of trading fees, depending on the pool and applicable conditions.
However, providing liquidity is different from simply swapping tokens.
There are additional risks to understand, including impermanent loss and changes in the value of the assets you deposit. It is therefore better to learn how liquidity pools work before putting significant funds into them.
Another habit I strongly recommend is using official links.
Crypto users regularly encounter fake websites, phishing links and impersonation accounts. A website may look almost identical to the real thing while being designed to steal wallet information or trick users into signing malicious transactions.
Instead of clicking random links shared in replies or private messages, access STON.fi through its official channels.
The same principle applies when creating content about the platform.
A useful guide should not only tell people which buttons to press. It should also teach them how to avoid common mistakes.
That is particularly important for anyone participating in the Stonbassador community. Original, accurate and useful content can help newcomers understand the TON DeFi ecosystem without overwhelming them with unnecessary technical language.
You don't need to be an experienced trader to explain the basics.
Start with what you understand.
Show the process clearly.
Mention the risks.
Use official sources.
And, most importantly, don't encourage people to invest money simply because a platform or token looks promising.
A decentralized exchange gives users more control over their assets, but that control also comes with responsibility.
Take your time. Check every transaction before approving it. Keep your wallet secure and start small when learning.
Once you understand the basic process, swapping tokens on STON.fi becomes much less intimidating.
Official STON.fi: https://ston.fi/
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