Wallet guide
Workton.io uses USDT on the TON blockchain for all secure payments. This comprehensive guide explains how to set up your wallet, fund it with USDT, and use it safely on our platform.
Official wallet guides:
Important! While using Telegram Wallet consiger to tap the TON tab in your wallet instead of the Crypto one:
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
2. Supported wallets
Recommended TON-compatible wallets:
📱 Mobile Wallets:
Tonkeeper - Most popular, excellent Telegram integration
Telegram Wallet - Telegram native (Editor's choice)
Use other wallets that support Ton and USDT at your own risk
3. Telegram Wallet
Open and use TON tab for Workton transactions:
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
5. Connecting wallet to Workton
Simple integration process:
Open @workton_freelance_bot in Telegram
Navigate to the wallet connection section in Profile and Settings
Select your wallet type (Telegram Wallet, Tonkeeper)
Approve the connection request in your wallet app
Verify that your address is correctly linked
Privacy note: Workton never stores your private keys or controls your funds.
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
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
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
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
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
Need Help?
Support resources:
In-app support: Contact via @workton_support_ellie
Documentation: docs.workton.io
Community: Join our Telegram support channel
Ready to set up your wallet? Start with @workton_freelance_bot today!
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