# Getting Started

Your gateway to Intelligent DeFi, powered by Alloc8. In just a few steps, you can connect your wallet, set up your agent, and start exploring smart yield strategies - all while staying in control.

#### Step-by-step

1. **Connect your wallet**
2. Explore **LP Strategies** on the Home page.
3. First-time users:
   1. Create a Smart Wallet
   2. Activate your Agent
4. Pick a strategy and click **Deposit**.
5. **Enter the amount** and confirm your deposit.

#### After you deposit

Once you deposit successfully, Alloc8 works behind the scenes to keep liquidity in the optimal range - subject to your policy limits.

#### Pre-flight checklist (recommended)

Before depositing:

* Confirm you are on the intended chain/network.
* Verify you are using the official deployment addresses (see Resources → Deployment Addresses).
* Start with a small amount to validate deposit/withdraw behavior end-to-end.