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# How To Buy CAT on DEX (BNB Chain)

### Step 1: Choose a Wallet <a href="#step-1-choose-a-wallet" id="step-1-choose-a-wallet"></a>

You’ll need a digital wallet to store and manage your CAT tokens. We recommend the following wallets that support BNB Chain (BSC):

* **MetaMask** (Desktop & Mobile) - Popular and easy to use
* **Trust Wallet** (Mobile) - Secure and beginner-friendly
* **Binance Wallet** (Desktop & Mobile) - Great for users already familiar with Binance
* **Rabby Wallet** (Deskstop) - Great features for new and experienced users

Tip: Make sure you download wallets only from their official websites or app stores to avoid scams.

### Step 2: Install MetaMask (Example for Desktop) <a href="#step-2-install-metamask-example-for-desktop" id="step-2-install-metamask-example-for-desktop"></a>

**1. Visit the MetaMask Website**

Go to the official[ MetaMask website](https://metamask.io/) and click “Download.” Choose the version compatible with your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Brave, etc.).

**2. Add the Extension**

Install the MetaMask extension to your browser by following the prompts.

**3. Create a New Wallet**

Once installed, open MetaMask by clicking the extension icon. Select “Create a Wallet” and follow the instructions.

**4. Backup Your Seed Phrase**

MetaMask will give you a 12-word secret recovery phrase. Write this down somewhere safe. This phrase is the key to your wallet, and losing it means you will lose access to your funds.

### Step 3: Connect MetaMask to BNB Chain <a href="#step-3-connect-metamask-to-bnb-chain" id="step-3-connect-metamask-to-bnb-chain"></a>

MetaMask is set up for Ethereum by default, but since CAT is on the BNB Chain, you’ll need to switch networks. Here’s how to add the BNB Chain (BSC) network:

**1. Open MetaMask and Click on Your Profile Icon**

In the top-right corner, click the circular profile icon, then choose “Settings.”

**2. Add BNB Chain to MetaMask**

If BSC does not appear in the popular list, you can add it manually in “Settings,” select Networks → Add Network and input the following details:

* Network Name: BNB Smart Chain (or BSC)
* New RPC URL: <https://bsc-dataseed.binance.org>
* Chain ID: 56
* Symbol: BNB
* Block Explorer URL: <https://bscscan.com>

After entering these, click “Save.”

**3. Switch to the BNB Chain Network**

Once saved, click the network dropdown at the top of the MetaMask window and select “BNB Smart Chain.”

### Step 4: Fund Your Wallet with BNB <a href="#step-4-fund-your-wallet-with-bnb" id="step-4-fund-your-wallet-with-bnb"></a>

You’ll need BNB (the native currency of the BNB Chain) to pay for transaction fees (also called gas fees). Here’s how to get BNB into your wallet:

**1. Buy BNB on an Exchange**

Purchase BNB on a popular exchange like Binance, Coinbase, or any exchange that supports BNB.

**2. Send BNB to Your Wallet**

Once you’ve bought BNB, withdraw it to your MetaMask wallet. To do this:

* Copy your wallet address from MetaMask (you’ll find it at the top of the wallet screen).
* Go to the exchange, paste your wallet address, and confirm the withdrawal.

Note: Always double-check that you’re withdrawing BNB on the BNB Smart Chain (BEP20) network otherwise you will lose your funds if you send it to a wrong network.

### Step 5: Add Simon’s Cat Token (CAT) to Your Wallet <a href="#step-5-add-simons-cat-token-cat-to-your-wallet" id="step-5-add-simons-cat-token-cat-to-your-wallet"></a>

To see your CAT tokens in MetaMask, you’ll need to add the token manually.

**1. Open MetaMask and Switch to BNB Chain**

Ensure you’re on the BNB Chain by selecting it from the network dropdown in MetaMask.

**2. Click on “Import Tokens”**

Scroll down to the bottom of the assets list in MetaMask and click “Import Tokens.”

**3. Add the CAT Contract Address**

In the “Token Contract Address” field, enter CAT contract address (BNB Chain version):

* Token Contract Address: 0x6894CDe390a3f51155ea41Ed24a33A4827d3063D
* Token Symbol: CAT
* Decimals of Precision: 18 (or as per the token’s settings)

**4. Click “Add Custom Token”**

Once added, you’ll see CAT in your wallet.

### Step 6: Swap BNB for CAT <a href="#step-6-swap-bnb-for-cat" id="step-6-swap-bnb-for-cat"></a>

Now that your wallet is ready and funded with BNB, it’s time to swap it for CAT.

**1. Go to a Decentralized Exchange (DEX)**

Visit a DEX like PancakeSwap ([https://pancakeswap.finance](https://pancakeswap.finance/)), which supports tokens on the BNB Chain.

**2. Connect Your Wallet**

On PancakeSwap, click “Connect Wallet” and choose MetaMask (or your chosen wallet).

**3. Swap BNB for CAT**

In the trading section, select BNB as the input token and CAT as the output token. Enter the amount of BNB you want to swap and confirm the transaction.

**4. Confirm in MetaMask**

MetaMask will prompt you to confirm the transaction and pay a small gas fee in BNB. Once approved, the CAT tokens will appear in your MetaMask wallet.

### Step 7: Store Your CAT tokens Safely <a href="#step-7-store-your-cat-tokens-safely" id="step-7-store-your-cat-tokens-safely"></a>

Your CAT tokens are now in your wallet! Keep your seed phrase secure and never share it with anyone. Consider using a hardware wallet for added security if you hold large amounts of tokens.

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**Need Help?**

If you have any trouble setting up your wallet or getting CAT, feel free to reach out to our community on Telegram for support!