# Wallet guide

### Official wallet guides:

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Important! While using Telegram Wallet consiger to tap the TON tab in your wallet instead of the Crypto one:

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### 1. Why TON blockchain & USDT?

**Workton uses TON blockchain for optimal performance:**

* **Fast transactions:** Near-instant payment processing
* **Low fees:** \~0.3 TON gas fee per transaction in Workton
* **Telegram integration:** Native support in the Telegram ecosystem
* **USDT stability:** Payments in USD-pegged stablecoin
* **Smart contract security:** Funds protected by blockchain escrow

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### 2. Supported wallets

**Recommended TON-compatible wallets:**

**📱 Mobile Wallets:**

* **Tonkeeper** - Most popular, excellent Telegram integration
* **Telegram Wallet** - Telegram native <mark style="color:purple;">(Editor's choice)</mark>
* Use other wallets that support Ton and USDT at your own risk

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### 3. Telegram Wallet

1. Open and use TON tab for Workton transactions:\
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### 4. Getting USDT on TON

**How to acquire USDT for Workton payments:**

**Option 1: Direct Purchase**

* Use wallet's built-in exchange features
* Buy USDT directly on TON network

**Option 2: Cross-chain Bridge**

* Purchase USDT on major exchanges (Binance, OKX, etc.)
* Bridge to TON network using official TON bridges
* Always verify bridge authenticity

**Option 3: P2P Trading**

* Use Telegram-based USDT trading bots
* Verify seller reputation before trading

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### 5. Connecting wallet to Workton

**Simple integration process:**

1. **Open** [@workton\_freelance\_bot](https://t.me/workton_freelance_bot/app?startapp=docs) in Telegram
2. **Navigate** to the wallet connection section in <mark style="background-color:$primary;">Profile and Settings</mark>
3. **Select** your wallet type (Telegram Wallet, Tonkeeper)
4. **Approve** the connection request in your wallet app
5. **Verify** that your address is correctly linked

**Privacy note:** Workton never stores your private keys or controls your funds.

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### 6. Payment process

**How payments work on Workton:**

**For Customer:**

* **Deposit:** Project amount + \~0.3 TON gas fee
* **Escrow:** Funds locked in smart-contract until approval
* **Release:** Approve work and then pay 2-10% service fee  + \~0.3 TON gas fee to release funds to talent
* Cancellation: just \~0.3 TON gas fee to return money back

**For talent:**

* **Receive:** 100% of bid amount in USDT
* **Instant:** Payment appears in wallet upon client approval
* **Zero fees:** No commission deducted from earnings

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### 7. Gas fees & costs

**Understanding TON transaction costs:**

* **Gas fee:** \~0.3 TON per transaction
* **Used for:** Smart contract interactions
* **Who pays:** Transaction initiator (customer for escrow, customer for release or cancellation)
* **TON fee refund:** Unused gas returns to sender automatically

**💡 Tip:** Keep 1-2 TON in your wallet to cover multiple transactions

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### 8. Security best practices

**Protect your funds and privacy:**

**✅ DO:**

* Use official wallet apps from verified sources
* Store seed phrase offline and securely
* Verify all transaction details before signing
* Keep small amounts for daily use, larger amounts in secure storage
* Enable wallet security features (PIN, biometrics)

**❌ DON'T:**

* Share private keys or seed phrases
* Use untrusted wallet apps or websites
* Send funds to unknown addresses
* Ignore transaction confirmations

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### 9. Troubleshooting common issues

**Wallet connection problems:**

* Ensure wallet app is updated to latest version
* Check internet connection
* Try reconnecting in Profile and setting section

**Transaction failures:**

* Verify sufficient TON balance for gas fees
* Check USDT balance matches transaction amount
* Wait for network confirmation before retrying

**USDT not showing:**

* Add USDT token contract to wallet manually
* Check TON network, not other blockchains
* Allow time for network confirmation

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### 10. Advanced Features

**Coming soon:**

* **Multi-signature wallets** for team accounts
* **Hardware wallet support** for enhanced security
* **Desktop and web wallet integration** for seamless Telegram experience

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### Need Help?

**Support resources:**

* **In-app support:** Contact via [@workton\_support\_ellie](https://t.me/workton_support_ellie)
* **Documentation:** [docs.workton.io](https://docs.workton.io)
* **Community:** Join [our Telegram support channel](https://t.me/workton_freelance)

**Ready to set up your wallet? Start with** [**@workton\_freelance\_bot**](https://t.me/workton_freelance_bot/app?startapp=docs) **today!**