> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://asty-finance.gitbook.io/docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://asty-finance.gitbook.io/docs/getting-started.md).

# Getting Started

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### 1. What is Asty Finance?

* Asty Finance is a decentralized finance platform designed to offer users an easy, transparent way to earn passive yield through a fixed supply, hyper-deflationary token and a Vault system.
* The platform focuses on building a strong, reward-sharing community empowered by decentralized governance and education.

### 2. Who is it for? (Target Users)

* Crypto beginners seeking safe and beginner-friendly DeFi income.
* Experienced DeFi users interested in sustainable, community-powered yield.
* Founders, early adopters, and referral network participants wanting long-term engagement.
* Anyone looking to diversify holdings with a transparent, audited protocol.

### 3. Basic Concepts

* **DeFi (Decentralized Finance):** Financial services on blockchain without intermediaries.
* **Vault:** A pool where tokens are staked to earn rewards generated by the ecosystem.
* **Hyper-Deflationary Token:** A fixed supply token with mechanisms to reduce circulating tokens, increasing scarcity.
* **Referral Rewards:** Incentives earned by inviting others and growing the community network.

### 4. How to Sign Up and Connect Wallet

* Step 1: Visit the official Asty Finance website.
* Step 2: Create or connect your blockchain wallet (compatible with Ethereum or Binance Smart Chain).
* Step 3: Verify your wallet connection and ensure it holds sufficient tokens for staking or transactions.
* Step 4: Explore the dashboard and start participating in Vault or referral programs.

### 5. Quick Start Guide: First Steps

* Familiarize yourself with the dashboard layout: wallet balance, Vault status, reward trackers.
* Stake your ASTY tokens in the Vault to start earning passive yield.
* Invite friends using your referral link for bonus rewards.
* Monitor your earning frequency and community activity through the dashboard’s analytics.