> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.apeindex.trade/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Setup & Configuration

> Configure your wallet, trading mode, and risk management settings.

## Connecting Your Wallet

No external setup required. ApeIndex generates a fully functional trading wallet directly inside Telegram — including private key, CLOB API credentials, and a deposit address.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create Your Wallet">
    In the bot, tap **Wallet → Create Wallet**. A new Polygon wallet is generated instantly with all required keys. No browser extension or external app needed.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Deposit USDC">
    The terminal shows your deposit address. Send USDC (Polygon network) to that address. Your balance appears automatically once the transaction confirms.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start Trading">
    Your wallet is ready. All CLOB API credentials are generated and stored automatically.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Warning>
  Save your private key shown during wallet creation — it is displayed **only once**. ApeIndex stores it encrypted, but back it up in a safe place.
</Warning>

## Trading Modes

| Mode              | Description                                                                                           |
| ----------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Paper Trading** | \$10,000 virtual balance. Full signal detection and notifications. No real funds.                     |
| **Live Trading**  | Real USDC on Polygon. FOK orders first, automatic GTC fallback.                                       |
| **Manual**        | Every signal arrives with Enter Trade / Skip buttons. You decide each trade.                          |
| **Auto**          | Signals matching enabled patterns are executed automatically. Notification sent after each execution. |

Switch modes at any time: `/settings → Trading Mode`

## USDC Withdrawal

Withdraw your USDC balance at any time:

```
Main Menu → Wallet → Withdraw USDC
→ Enter destination address
→ Enter amount (minimum $15)
→ Confirm
```

Minimum withdrawal: **\$15 USDC**.

## Risk Configuration

Risk settings apply at two levels:

### Global Settings

| Setting              | Default | Description                         |
| -------------------- | ------- | ----------------------------------- |
| Minimum trade amount | \$10    | Smallest amount executed per signal |
| Maximum trade amount | \$100   | Cap on any single trade             |
| Risk level           | Medium  | Multiplier applied to base sizing   |

### Per-Pattern Settings

Each of the 8 patterns can have independent sizing. Configure via `/settings → Per-Pattern Risk`.

### Risk Levels

<CardGroup cols={3}>
  <Card icon="shield" title="Low">
    0.5× multiplier. Best for new users, Contrarian, or volatile markets.
  </Card>

  <Card icon="arrows-minimize" title="Medium">
    1.0× multiplier. Balanced — the recommended starting point.
  </Card>

  <Card icon="fire" title="High">
    2.0× multiplier. Use only with patterns you have high confidence in.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Referral Program

Share your unique referral link to invite others. Early members receive exclusive bonuses at launch.

```
Main Menu → Referral → Copy invite link
```