This guide provides a step-by-step process for users to buy and use NFTBOOKS tokens on our platform to read books. Follow the instructions carefully to ensure a smooth experience.
Step 1: Install a Web3 Wallet
If you do not have a web3 wallet, follow the steps shown in the video below to install Metamask on your personal computer:
Important: Write down your 12 or 24-word secret phrase on a physical copy and store it securely.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ybu7gmgSYNw
Step 2: Buy MATIC (Polygon)
You can buy MATIC directly in your Metamask wallet using a credit card. Make sure you are buying MATIC (POLYGON).
![A Beginner's Guide for Web3 Reader NFTBOOKS](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-3-1024x489.png)
Before You Buy MATIC
- Select the Polygon Mainnet: Open your wallet and ensure you have selected “Polygon Mainnet”.
- Desktop Version: Located at the top left corner as shown in the picture below.
- Mobile Version: Located at the center top.
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-4-1024x483.png)
2. Buy Extra: Purchase 8-10% more MATIC than required as the price may fluctuate.
Here is the demonstration video for Buying MATIC :
Mobile Version:
Find Porfolio tab (Located at the centre of the home page of the Metamask app)
https://youtu.be/v8E2SHHyqms
Desktop Version:
Open https://portfolio.metamask.io/ and connect your Metamask wallet, now follow the steps shown in the video below.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtoymxLYQYU
(For your reference) Matic address:
0x7D1AfA7B718fb893dB30A3aBc0Cfc608AaCfeBB0
Step 3: Connect Your Wallet
Visit apps.nftbooks.info and connect your Metamask wallet.
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-5-1024x508.png)
Step 4: Buy NFTBS Tokens
1. Swap MATIC for NFTBS: Use the platform’s swap option to buy NFTBS tokens.
- Ensure the quantity is 8-10% higher than the book cost due to potential price fluctuations.
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-6-1024x518.png)
2.Confirm Transaction:
- Click the swap button to open a new Metamask window.
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-7-1024x511.png)
- Select aggressive fees by clicking the pencil icon in front of “Estimated fees”.
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-8-1024x522.png)
- Now select Aggressive fees:-
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-9-1024x511.png)
- Scroll down in Metamask if needed to find and click the confirm button.
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-10-1024x517.png)
- Now click on Confirm button:
![](https://blog.nftbooks.info/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/image-11-1024x523.png)
3. Successful Transaction: You will see a message indicating a successful transaction, and the NFTBS tokens will appear in your wallet.
Step 5: Register to Buy Books
Follow the steps shown in the video to register and buy a book: