Buying shoes on the STEPN platform is a simple process, but many new users may encounter some difficulties due to their unfamiliarity with the platform's operation. In this article, we will explain in detail the steps on how to buy shoes on STEPN and provide some practical advice. Whether you are a first-time user of STEPN or a user who has already had some experience, this article can help you better understand the whole purchasing process and how to choose the right shoes for you, so that you can better participate in sports and earn money in STEPN.
Understanding STEPN and its shoe system
Before purchasing shoes, you first need to understand the basic gameplay of STEPN, a blockchain-based exercise coin-earning app that allows users to earn cryptocurrency through running, walking and other exercises.STEPN's shoes are the necessary props to enter this ecosystem, and the type and attributes of the shoes will have a direct impact on the user's performance and earnings in the app. Therefore, purchasing shoes is the first step to enter STEPN.
In STEPN, shoes are categorized into different levels and types, each with different attributes, such as athleticism and durability. Users can buy, upgrade or trade shoes to improve their athletic performance.
Step 1: Create a STEPN account
Before you can purchase shoes, you need to create a STEPN account. Here are the exact steps for account creation:
- Download the STEPN app: search for and download the STEPN app from the App Store or Google Play Store, and open the app after installation.
- Sign up for an account: When you open the app, you will be asked to fill in some basic information such as email, password, etc. Click on "Register" when you are done.
- Binding Wallet: STEPN is based on blockchain technology, which requires users to bind a crypto wallet. You can choose to use MetaMask, Sollet and other wallets that support Solana chain to bind. After completing the binding, your STEPN account is successfully created.
Step 2: Top up funds to STEPN
In STEPN, purchasing shoes requires the use of the platform's native token, usually GST (Green Satoshi Token). In order to make a purchase, you need to top up some cryptocurrency to the platform account. The common ways to top up are:
- Buying cryptocurrencies through exchanges: you can choose to buy USDT or SOL on cryptocurrency exchanges such as CoinSafe, Firecoin, etc., and then transfer these currencies to your wallet.
- Transferring funds to the STEPN wallet: in the STEPN app, go to the wallet screen, copy the wallet address, open the wallet and transfer the funds to that address.
Once the recharge is complete, you will have GST or other tokens in your account that can be used to purchase shoes.
Step 3: Choose and buy shoes
The process of purchasing shoes on the STEPN platform is also very simple, here are the detailed steps:
1. Access to markets
On the homepage of the STEPN app, click on the "Market" or "Marketplace" option to enter the shoe purchasing interface. Here you can see all the shoes for sale on the platform, including different types and attributes of shoes.
2. Browse the list of shoes
In the marketplace interface, you can filter shoes based on different criteria, for example:
- Type of shoes: choose running shoes, walking shoes, etc.
- Shoe attributes: choose shoes that fit your athletic needs, such as higher gains, longer durability, etc.
- Price range: filter shoes according to your budget.
3. View Shoe Details
Each pair of shoes displays detailed attribute information, including durability, athletic ability, and so on. You can choose the right shoes according to your needs. There are a few points to note here:
- Shoe Attributes: The different attributes of your shoes will directly affect the benefits you earn in STEPN, for example, high durability shoes can increase the time spent exercising and the GST earned.
- Shoe Rarity: Shoes come in different rarities, and rarer shoes tend to have higher attributes and will be more expensive.
- Price: The price of purchasing shoes will vary depending on the type, attributes and rarity of the shoes, usually the higher priced shoes have stronger attributes.
4. Purchase of shoes
Once you have selected your favorite shoes, click on the "Buy" button, confirm the purchase price and related information, and use the GST or other tokens in your account to pay for the purchase. Once the payment is complete, the shoes will appear in your account and you can start earning money by exercising with them.
Step 4: Shoe Use and Management
After purchasing shoes, you need to manage and use them properly. Here are some tips for managing your shoes:
- Shoe Durability Management: Shoes will gradually wear out during use, and the durability of shoes will decrease after each exercise. You can choose to repair or replace your shoes regularly to avoid damage to your shoes that makes it impossible to continue using them.
- Upgrade Shoes: In STEPN, users can synthesize and upgrade shoes to improve their properties. You can use a certain amount of GST to upgrade the performance of your shoes to get higher sports benefits.
- SHOE TRADING: If you have more than one shoe, or no longer need certain shoes, the STEPN Marketplace allows you to sell or trade your extra shoes for other needed resources.
Step 5: Shoe Upgrades and Synthesis
After purchasing shoes, you may wish to further enhance them.STEPN offers an upgrade and synthesis system that allows users to synthesize multiple pairs of shoes into a new pair, or upgrade existing shoes. Here's how it works:
1. Upgrading shoes
In STEPN, users can upgrade their shoes using GST or GMT. After upgrading, the sports attributes of the shoes will be enhanced, thus helping users earn more cryptocurrency. The upgrade process is simple and only requires meeting certain resource requirements.
2. Synthetic shoes
Synthesis is a way to synthesize multiple pairs of low-grade shoes into one pair of high-grade shoes. In STEPN, synthesizing shoes is a way to improve the quality of shoes, but synthesis also requires a certain amount of GST.
concluding remarks
With the above steps, you have mastered the process of how to buy shoes in STEPN. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user, choosing the right shoes for you and managing them wisely will be the key to your success in STEPN. We hope the detailed guide in this article can help you better enter the world of STEPN and enjoy the fun of exercising and earning money. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask, we will provide you with more help and support.