# Register and Create Your Account

On Market.Cards, your account is an on-chain wallet used to hold your USDC and Tokenized Interest. We provide two options. You can choose whichever fits your situation.

## **Option A: Register with Google or Email**

For users who do not already have a crypto wallet, this is the simplest option and the one we recommend.

1. Click "Sign Up" on the homepage.
2. Choose Google or email.
3. If you use email, enter your email address and the verification code we send you.
4. Once completed, the system will automatically create a dedicated Privy account for you, and you can start using the platform.

There are three things to know about this account:

* **The account is fully yours.** It is a non-custodial wallet. Only you can move the assets in it; we cannot transfer or use them on your behalf.
* **No seed phrase to memorize.** You do not need to write down or store a long seed phrase.
* **Recoverable across devices.** If you switch phones or computers, you can log in again with the exact same Google account or email address used at registration and access the same account. Please protect that Google account or email account carefully and enable two-factor authentication.

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**An important note on "non-custodial":** non-custodial means the platform cannot transfer or use your assets; but the actual security of your account **is tied to the security of that Google account or email address** — if the Google account or email is compromised, the wallet's assets may be lost. If you plan to hold a large position over the long term, **we recommend using Option B (connecting your own wallet, such as MetaMask)**.
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## **Option B: Connect MetaMask or Another Wallet**

If you already use MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet, or another crypto wallet, you can connect it directly.

1. Click "Sign Up" on the homepage.
2. Choose "Continue with a wallet" and select the wallet you use.
3. Confirm the connection in the wallet pop-up and complete a login signature as prompted.

Please note that Market.Cards runs on the Base network. After connecting, if your wallet is not on Base, the platform will prompt you to switch networks. Confirm the switch to continue. Some wallets may require you to add the Base network manually.

## **Difference Between the Two Options**

|                    | **Option A: Google / Email**                 | **Option B: MetaMask, etc.**                 |
| ------------------ | -------------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- |
| Best for           | New users without a crypto wallet            | Users who already have a crypto wallet       |
| Asset custody      | You, non-custodial, no seed phrase required  | You, using your own wallet                   |
| Recovery method    | Log in with the same Google account or email | Use your wallet's seed phrase or private key |
| Extension required | No                                           | Yes, wallet extension/app required           |


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