# Prerequisites

Before participating in the Guardian NFTs purchase, please make sure you have completed the following:

### 1. Apply for the whitelist

Ensure you have successfully applied and been approved for the DeepSafe whitelist.

### 2. Set up a supported EVM-compatible wallet

You will need a wallet that supports EVM networks, such as [**MetaMask**](https://metamask.io/).

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**Note**: You must prepare a <mark style="color:red;">**brand-new EVM wallet**</mark> that **has never interacted with DeepSafe or any DeepSafe-related ecosystem projects**.
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### 3. Connect to the BSC Network

In your MetaMask wallet, switch to the <mark style="color:red;">**Binance Smart Chain (BSC) network**</mark>.

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Not sure how to switch to the BSC network?

Check out [How to Add Binance Smart Chain (BSC) in MetaMask](https://docs.deepsafe.network/genesis-nodes/wallet-setup/how-to-add-binance-smart-chain-bsc-in-metamask).
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### 4. Prepare BNB for Gas Fees

Make sure you have a sufficient amount of <mark style="color:red;">**BNB**</mark> in your wallet to cover transaction gas fees.

### 5. Prepare USDT for Payment

Ensure you have enough USDT ready for the purchase.

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Make sure to use the correct USDT contract address on BSC: [**0x55d398326f99059fF775485246999027B3197955**](https://bscscan.com/token/0x55d398326f99059fF775485246999027B3197955).

Please verify the address carefully before proceeding.
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### 6. Import USDT into MetaMask

If USDT is not already displayed in your MetaMask, manually import it by adding the above USDT contract address on BSC.

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If USDT is not displayed in your MetaMask, you need to manually import it by adding the USDT contract address on BSC.

\[[Learn how to import USDT into MetaMask →](https://docs.deepsafe.network/genesis-nodes/wallet-setup/how-to-import-usdt-into-metamask-bsc)]
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### 7. Have your DeepSafe Invitation Code ready

An invitation code is required to complete your purchase.