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Getting Started

Testnet is open to everyone. Mainnet builder codes are available through limited access: apply once your testnet integration is complete. Most teams go live within 1–2 weeks.

Requirements

RequirementDetail
Builder addressA new EVM externally owned account. No contract or multi-sig addresses, and not an address you trade from
BalanceAt least 100 USDC in the builder address's Perps account while you earn
Mainnet accessAn approved application and a whitelisted mainnet builder address
Cost to joinNone

Onboarding process

  1. Submit an application. Fill out the application form. A dedicated BD contact will reach out to discuss partnership details.
  2. Build on testnet. Open to everyone. Run the full flow in your browser with Try Testnet, and claim 1,000 test USDC per hour via Claim Test Fund in the testnet app.
  3. Apply for mainnet. Submit your product details, target users and planned order flow.
  4. Join the integration group. Your BD contact creates a Telegram group with a technical contact.
  5. Get whitelisted. Send your mainnet builder address to your BD contact.
  6. Fund and verify. Deposit at least 100 USDC and complete one live order.
  7. Go live. Builder fees accrue from your first fill.

Onboarding checklist

Testnet

  • Create a dedicated testnet builder address (EVM EOA)
  • Claim test USDC and deposit at least 100 USDC to the builder Perps account
  • Confirm eligible is true in builderState
  • Approve your builder fee from a test user wallet
  • Place orders with your builder object and confirm fees accrue
  • Call claimBuilderRewards and confirm the balance moves to your Perps account

Mainnet

  • Submit the builder application form
  • Join the Telegram integration group
  • Send your mainnet builder address to BD for whitelisting
  • Deposit at least 100 USDC to your mainnet builder Perps account
  • Run one live order end to end and confirm your fee accrues

Before you launch

  • Your approval screen shows builder name, address, max fee rate, trading permission and duration
  • Your trade ticket shows the builder fee separately from the TxFlow fee
  • You check each user's approval before routing
  • You have read the Program Rules