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This is the shortest safe path from a fresh install to receiving, sending, backing up, and recovering TDC. It is written for normal wallet users. For node operation, RPC, mining, or protocol internals, use the dedicated sections linked from each step.
- Install a wallet — choose Core, the browser extension, Android, or the web wallet.
- Back up your wallet — do this before receiving meaningful value.
- Recover your wallet — test your backup while the balance is still small.
- Get TDC — receive from another holder, use an exchange, or follow the current mining path.
- Receive TDC — generate an address and verify it belongs to the wallet you backed up.
- Send your first transaction — send a small amount first, then wait for confirmations.
- Safety checklist — a final review before larger transfers.
Pick the right path
| Goal | Start with |
|---|---|
| Hold and send small amounts | Browser Extension or Web Wallet |
| Run your own validating wallet | Desktop Core |
| Use a phone wallet | Mobile Android |
| Use iPhone or iPad today | Web Wallet, while native iOS remains planned |
| Operate infrastructure | Node & Operations |
| Build an app or integration | Integrations and Reference |
New to cryptocurrency? See Learn / What is Tidecoin? and Learn / Post-Quantum Primer first.
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