# FAQs

### **Getting Started**

**Q: Where are private keys stored?**

A: Private keys are stored and encrypted at rest using GCP Key Management Service

**Q: How do I start using the bot?**

A: Use the `/start` command to begin. You'll have two options:

* Create a new wallet
* Import an existing wallet

**Q: How do I deposit funds?**

A: Use `/deposit` to get your wallet address. You'll need to send:

* USDC (native, not USDC.e) for trading
* ETH for gas fees on Base network

**Q: How do I check my balance?**

A: Use `/balance` to see your:

* ETH balance
* USDC balance

### **Trading**

**Q: How do I open a long position?**

A: Use `/long` to open a long position. You'll need to:

* Select or enter a token
* Enter leverage amount
* Enter position size (minimum 10 USDC)
* Confirm the trade

**Q: How do I open a short position?**

A: Use `/short` to open a short position. Similar to long:

* Select or enter a token
* Enter leverage amount
* Enter position size (minimum 10 USDC)
* Confirm the trade

**Q: How do I view my positions?**

A: Use `/positions` to see all your open positions, including:

* Entry price
* Position size
* Current PnL
* Liquidation price

**Q: How do I close a position?**

A: Use `/close` to:

* View all open positions
* Select which position to close
* Confirm the closure

**Q: How do I set Take Profit (TP) and Stop Loss (SL)?**

A: Use `/tpsl` to:

* Select the position
* Enter Take Profit price
* Enter Stop Loss price

### **Market Information**

**Q: How do I check available markets?**

A: Use `/markets` to:

* View available trading pairs
* See current prices
* Access quick trading buttons for each pair

**Q: How do I check my trading statistics?**

A: Use `/stats` to view:

* Cumulative trading volume
* Total collateral used
* Overall PnL
* Total number of trades

### **Withdrawals**

**Q: How do I withdraw my funds?**

A: Use `/withdraw` to:

* Choose token (ETH or USDC)
* Enter amount
* Enter destination address
* Confirm the withdrawal

**Q: What are the fees?**

A: The platform charges:

* 0.05% trading fee on position size
* Gas fees for transactions on Base network