Wallet Setup

To use RedCarpetHQ, you need a Web3 wallet that supports EVM-compatible networks.

Supported Wallets

  • MetaMask (Recommended)
  • WalletConnect (Mobile-friendly)
  • Coinbase Wallet
  • Rainbow Wallet

    • MetaMask Setup (Recommended)

    1. Install MetaMask

    Desktop (Chrome/Firefox/Brave)
    1. Visit metamask.io
    2. Click "Download"
    3. Install browser extension
    4. Create new wallet or import existing

    Mobile (iOS/Android)
    1. Download MetaMask from App Store or Google Play
    2. Open app and create/import wallet
    3. Secure your seed phrase (write it down!)

    2. Add the Network

    Automatic (Recommended)
    1. Visit RedCarpetHQ platform
    2. Click "Connect Wallet"
    3. Approve network switch when prompted

    Manual Configuration
    1. Open MetaMask
    2. Click network dropdown (top)
    3. Click "Add Network" → "Add network manually"
    4. Enter the network details provided on the platform dashboard
    5. Click "Save"

    Note: Exact RPC URLs, chain IDs, and explorer links are available on the platform and may be updated from time to time.

    3. Ensure You Have Gas Tokens

    You need the network's native token (ETH) to pay for transactions:

  • Ensure your wallet has a small amount of ETH for gas

  • Most transactions cost less than $0.01 in gas fees on Layer 2

    • 4. Ensure You Have USDC

    RedCarpetHQ uses USDC for all transactions:

    1. Acquire USDC through your preferred exchange or on-ramp
    2. Transfer USDC to your wallet address
    3. The platform will prompt you to approve USDC spending when needed

    WalletConnect Setup

    Mobile Wallets

    1. Install Supported Wallet

  • MetaMask Mobile

  • Rainbow Wallet

  • Trust Wallet

  • Coinbase Wallet

    • 2. Configure Network

  • Follow wallet-specific instructions

  • Add network details from the platform dashboard

    • 3. Connect to RedCarpetHQ

  • Visit platform on mobile browser

  • Click "Connect Wallet"

  • Select "WalletConnect"

  • Scan QR code or approve connection

    • Desktop with Mobile Wallet

    1. Open RedCarpetHQ on desktop
    2. Click "Connect Wallet" → "WalletConnect"
    3. QR code appears
    4. Open wallet app on mobile
    5. Scan QR code
    6. Approve connection

    Security Best Practices

    Seed Phrase Security

    ⚠️ CRITICAL: Your seed phrase is your wallet. Never share it!

    Do:

  • ✅ Write it down on paper

  • ✅ Store in secure location (safe, vault)

  • ✅ Create multiple backups

  • ✅ Keep offline

    • Don't:

  • ❌ Store in cloud (Google Drive, Dropbox)

  • ❌ Take screenshots

  • ❌ Share with anyone (even "support")

  • ❌ Store in email or messages

    • Transaction Safety

    Before Signing:
    1. ✅ Verify contract address
    2. ✅ Check transaction details
    3. ✅ Confirm amounts
    4. ✅ Review gas fees

    Red Flags:

  • ❌ Unexpected token approvals

  • ❌ Requests for seed phrase

  • ❌ Suspicious contract addresses

  • ❌ Extremely high gas fees

    • Phishing Protection

    Verify URLs:

  • ✅ Check domain carefully

  • ✅ Look for HTTPS lock icon

  • ✅ Bookmark official site

    • Common Scams:

  • Fake support messages

  • Phishing websites (typosquatting)

  • Fake airdrop announcements

  • Impersonator accounts

    • Wallet Management

    Multiple Accounts

    Create separate accounts for different purposes:

    1. Main Account: Primary operations
    2. Testing Account: Experimental transactions
    3. Cold Storage: Long-term holdings

    To Create New Account:
    1. Open MetaMask
    2. Click account icon (top right)
    3. Select "Create Account"
    4. Name your account

    Switching Networks

    MetaMask:
    1. Click network dropdown (top)
    2. Select the correct network
    3. Confirm switch

    Important: Always verify you're on the correct network before transactions!

    Viewing Tokens

    Add Campaign Tokens:
    1. Open MetaMask
    2. Click "Import tokens"
    3. Enter token contract address
    4. Token symbol and decimals auto-fill
    5. Click "Add Custom Token"

    Token Addresses:
    Find on campaign page or in transaction details.

    Troubleshooting

    "Insufficient Funds" Error

    Cause: Not enough native gas token (ETH) for gas

    Solution:
    1. Check ETH balance in MetaMask
    2. Acquire more through your exchange or on-ramp

    "Wrong Network" Warning

    Cause: Connected to wrong network

    Solution:
    1. Click network dropdown
    2. Switch to the correct network
    3. Refresh page

    Transaction Stuck

    Cause: Low gas price or network congestion

    Solution:
    1. Open MetaMask
    2. Click "Activity" tab
    3. Find pending transaction
    4. Click "Speed Up" or "Cancel"
    5. Approve with higher gas

    Can't Connect Wallet

    Cause: Browser issues or extension conflicts

    Solution:
    1. Refresh page
    2. Disable other wallet extensions
    3. Clear browser cache
    4. Try incognito/private mode
    5. Restart browser

    Token Not Showing

    Cause: Token not imported to wallet

    Solution:
    1. Import token manually (see above)
    2. Or wait - some wallets auto-detect
    3. Check a block explorer to verify balance

    Testing Your Setup

    Before creating a campaign, test your setup:

    1. Check Balances

  • ✅ ETH: Sufficient for gas
  • ✅ USDC: Available for trading

    • 2. Test Transaction

  • ✅ Send small USDC amount to yourself
  • ✅ Verify transaction on a block explorer
  • ✅ Confirm gas payment worked

    • 3. Connect to Platform

  • ✅ Visit RedCarpetHQ
  • ✅ Click "Connect Wallet"
  • ✅ Approve connection
  • ✅ See wallet address displayed

    • Advanced: Hardware Wallets

    For mainnet deployment, consider hardware wallets:

    Ledger

    1. Connect Ledger device 2. Install Ethereum app 3. Connect via MetaMask 4. Enable "Blind signing" for smart contracts

    Trezor

    1. Connect Trezor device 2. Connect via MetaMask 3. Approve connection 4. Sign transactions on device

    Benefits:

  • Private keys never leave device

  • Physical confirmation required

  • Maximum security for large amounts

    • Mobile Considerations

    Data Usage

  • Blockchain interactions use minimal data
  • Most data from loading UI/images
  • Safe to use on mobile networks

    • Battery Impact

  • Minimal battery usage
  • Wallet apps run in background
  • Close when not needed

    • Screen Size

  • Platform responsive on mobile
  • Some features better on desktop
  • Campaign creation recommended on desktop

    • Next Steps

    Wallet configured? Great! Now:

    1. Apply for Screening - Get whitelisted
    2. Create Campaign - Launch your project
    3. Explore Platform - Learn campaign mechanics

    Need Help? Contact support@redcarpethq.org or visit Troubleshooting