Making Your First NFT Purchase
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, and start shopping for OCM NFTs by credit card:
OCM Katoshi collection:
OCM Genesis collection:
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(e.g. convert fiat $$ into Ether)
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Ethereum is the world’s leading blockchain with smart contract functionality. A vast majority of NFTs reside on the Ethereum blockchain, including OnChainMonkey collections - Genesis and Katoshi. Unlike Bitcoin, Ethereum has the ability to host decentralized programs and contracts that are much more secure than traditional codes, utilizing blockchain technology for more than just a decentralized financial system. NFT purchases within the Ethereum blockchain most commonly require payment in Ether, the main token of Ethereum.
Crypto wallets are programs that help users interact with blockchains. Through wallets, users can easily and securely transact cryptocurrencies and tokens, including non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
DO NOT LOSE YOUR RECOVERY/SEED PHRASE TO YOUR CRYPTO WALLET. Forgetting a recovery phrase will render the crypto wallet impossible to access, causing a loss of funds within the wallet entirely. Keep your recovery/seed phrase private and secure at all times.
There are two main types of crypto wallets: * hard wallets, which store data and secure information within a hardware device, and * soft wallets, which store data within a cloud or server Although hard wallets can be more secure, they are more expensive and difficult to set up and use as a NFT newcomer, so we will be setting up a soft wallet using , one of the most widely used Ethereum wallets. With an Ethereum wallet on MetaMask, you’ll be able to purchase NFTs, including our OCM Genesis and Katoshi tokens, from popular marketplaces like .
Once your Ethereum wallet is set up, it’s time to fund it with Ether. Ether can be purchased from cryptocurrency exchange platforms - such as , , (USA) and (Canada) - or within the MetaMask browser extension itself. Available currency exchange platforms and purchasing platforms within MetaMask vary per region.
Your transaction total (ETH) will be your purchase price plus gas fees. Gas fees can vary depending on how busy the blockchain is at the time of your transaction. Please see to learn more about gas. ’s gives live readings of gas costs (gwei).
Because the blockchain (including crypto wallet addresses) are public, your Ethereum wallet may be . DO NOT interact with these tokens. To keep your wallet safe and secure, do not click, list, sell or transfer/move these tokens from your wallet.