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# Getting Started

## Installing the app

To Install the application head to Xcad.Social and follow the on-screen instructions.

## Create your account

1. Click Sign Up&#x20;

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2. Select one of the methods available to create your account and approve Xcad.Social to link your external account

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3. Type in a referral code if you were referred by a friend

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4. Buy or Deposit BNB to generate your Key to access your account for the first time

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5. Once your account is created, you should convert a portion of your BNB to XCAD. Remember to leave a small amount of BNB in your wallet for gas.&#x20;

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6. Congratulations, you are all set!

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You can now manage your Profile and Settings of your account from here

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