Start with Ergo#
This page gives a short path for new users. Begin with the basics, set up a wallet, keep funds safe, then explore simple ways to use Ergo.
Essentials#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Why Ergo | Vision and goals |
| Protocol Overview | Core components |
| The Ergo Manifesto | Guiding principles |
First steps#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Wallets Overview | All wallet choices and guides |
| Nautilus | Browser wallet for dApps |
| Satergo | Desktop wallet (optional full node) |
| SAFEW | Mobile wallet (Android) |
| Cold Wallet Guide | Offline safety and backups |
| Paper Wallet | Print and store seed offline |
| Ledger | Hardware wallet support |
| Access Issues | Fix common problems |
Safety and funds#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Security Guide | Acquire ERG with safety tips |
| Minimum Fee | Network fee rules |
| Babel Fees | Pay fees with tokens |
| Message Signing | Verify dApp actions |
| Common Misconceptions | Clear up frequent claims |
Use Ergo#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Using Ergo | What you can do next |
| Ecosystem Overview | App categories at a glance |
| DEX Overview | Swap tokens |
| Stablecoins Overview | Models and links |
| NFTs | Create and trade |
| Airdrops and Token Sales | Join token events |
| Gaming Tutorial | Try a game on Ergo |
Common tasks#
| Task | Start here | Extra |
|---|---|---|
| Swap tokens | DEX Overview | single-tx-swap.com |
| Mint an NFT | NFTs | — |
| Use a stablecoin | SigmaUSD | — |
| P2P trade | DEX Overview | single-tx-swap.com |
| Explore apps | Ecosystem Overview | Sigmaverse |
| Earn yield | Using Ergo | Liquidity, staking, risks |
| Options and derivatives | Using Ergo | Derivatives Overview |
| Arbitrage | Using Ergo | Arbitrage Tutorial |
Secure the network#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Securing the Network | Paths for miners and validators |
| Mining Overview | Basics and next steps |
| Node Install Guides | Run a node or validator |
Learn more#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Learn | Map of core learning and hubs |
| Protocol Overview | High level design |
| Roadmap | Plans and milestones |
| Research Library | Papers and references |
Optional next steps#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Light SPV Node | Low resource option |
| Testnet | Practice without risk |
| Off Chain Overview | Services and bots |
| Contribute | Good first tasks |
Help and community#
| Topic | Purpose |
|---|---|
| FAQ | Quick answers |
| Glossary | Key terms |
| Community Channels | Chat and news |
| How Ergo Works | Roles and structure |
| Community | Find the right place |