# Your First Transaction

Your vault is created and backed up. Now let's move some crypto!

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## Receiving Crypto

### Get Your Address

1. Open your vault in Vultisig
2. Tap on the asset you want to receive (e.g., Bitcoin, Ethereum)
3. Tap **Receive** or the QR code icon
4. Copy the address or share the QR code

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Each blockchain has its own address. Your Bitcoin address is different from your Ethereum address.
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### Deposit From

* Another wallet you own
* An exchange (Coinbase, Binance, Kraken, etc.)
* A friend sending you crypto

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## Sending Crypto

### Step-by-Step

1. **Select the asset** you want to send from your vault
2. **Tap "Send"**
3. **Enter the recipient address** - paste or scan QR code
4. **Enter the amount** - or tap "Max" for everything
5. **Review the transaction** - check address, amount, and fee
6. **Sign with your devices** - bring your threshold of devices together
7. **Done!** - transaction broadcasts automatically

### Tips

* **Double-check the address** - crypto transactions are irreversible
* **Start small** - send a test transaction first for large amounts
* **Have enough for fees** - keep some native token (ETH, BTC, SOL) for gas

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## The Signing Process

This is where Vultisig's security shines:

1. **Initiate** - Start the transaction on one device
2. **Pair** - Other device(s) scan the QR code or connect via relay
3. **Review** - All devices show the same transaction details
4. **Approve** - Each device approves independently
5. **Sign** - Threshold signatures combine to create a valid transaction
6. **Broadcast** - Transaction is sent to the blockchain

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**No single device ever has the full private key.** Even if one device is compromised, your funds remain safe.
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For detailed information on the signing process, see [How Keysigning Works](/security-and-technology/keysign.md).

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## Supported Actions

Once you're comfortable with basic transactions, explore:

| Action   | Description                     | Guide                                           |
| -------- | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| **Send** | Transfer crypto to any address  | [Sending Guide](/app-guide/wallet/sending.md)   |
| **Swap** | Exchange one crypto for another | [Swapping Guide](/app-guide/wallet/swapping.md) |
| **DeFi** | Stake, bond, provide liquidity  | [DeFi Guide](/app-guide/defi.md)                |

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## Troubleshooting

**Transaction stuck?**

* Check the blockchain explorer for your transaction
* Network congestion can cause delays
* Ensure you paid sufficient gas fees

**Signing failed?**

* Ensure all devices are on the same network
* Try the relay server if QR scanning fails
* Restart the app and try again

**Need help?**

* [FAQ](/help-and-legal/faq.md)
* [Discord Community](https://discord.com/invite/9wrAfNSRpS)

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## What's Next?

Explore the full [App Guide](/app-guide/overview.md) to learn about:

* [Wallet features](/app-guide/wallet.md) - Send, swap, manage assets
* [DeFi](/app-guide/defi.md) - Stake, bond, earn yield
* [Vault Management](/app-guide/vault-management.md) - Rename, reshare, upgrade


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