# Getting Started

### Creating Your Account

To create a global community empowered by blockchain technology to revolutionize waste management, promote sustainable practices, and foster a cleaner, healthier planet.

Getting started with Waste2Earn is simple:

1. Visit our beta wallet at <https://hm7ne-saaaa-aaaao-qezaq-cai.icp0.io/>
2. Choose your preferred authentication method:
   * Internet Identity (II)
   * NFID
   * Sign-In with Ethereum (SIWE)
3. Complete the registration process based on your intended role
4. Set up your wallet and start earning $WASTE tokens

### Role-Based KYC

Waste2Earn implements role-specific KYC (Know Your Customer) procedures to maintain platform integrity:

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### Wallet Setup

After registration, you'll need to set up your wallet:

1. **Secure Your Account**: Enable two-factor authentication for additional security
2. **Add Funding**: Convert fiat currency to $WASTE tokens through our in-app P2P exchange
3. **Set Preferences**: Configure transaction notifications and privacy settings
4. **Add Contacts**: Store frequently used addresses for quick transfers