3. Get Started
This section covers how to begin using ORO, from setting up your wallet to minting and staking gold.
3.1 Create or Connect a Wallet
ORO is built on Solana. To get started, you’ll need a wallet that supports Solana-based assets.
A. Connect a Solana Wallet
Use any popular wallet such as:
Phantom
Backpack
Solflare
Ledger (via wallet adapter)
Many others available
B. Use Social Login (Email, Twitter (X), Github, or Google)
Don’t have a crypto wallet yet? No problem.
ORO supports secure social login via Privy allowing you to:
Sign in using your email, Twitter (X), GitHub, or Google account
Automatically create a non-custodial wallet in the background
Start using ORO without handling seed phrases
Your wallet remains under your control and is full self-custody throughout.
3.2 Complete KYC or KYB
To mint and redeem $GOLD, users must complete identity verification. This is required under our compliance framework to prevent misuse and ensure secure transactions.
Individuals: Submit a government ID and a quick liveness check
Entities: Provide business registration documents, authorized signatory info, and verification
All verifications are processed securely by licensed third-party providers (Sumsub). Once approved, your wallet is whitelisted for minting and redemption.
3.3 Fund with USDC
To mint $GOLD, you’ll need USDC on Solana (SPL) in your wallet. There are several easy ways to fund your wallet:
A. Traditional Crypto Methods
Bridge USDC from Ethereum, Polygon, or other chains using supported bridges
Withdraw USDC from a centralized exchange (Coinbase, Binance, etc.) directly to your Solana address
Receive USDC from another Solana wallet
B. Card and Local Payment Options (New)
Buy USDC instantly using credit/debit cards
Deposit directly into your wallet via local bank rails (region-specific)
These options are powered by Coinflow and Sphere, offering a fast, compliant, and user-friendly experience (no need to leave the ORO app)
C. Important Note
Make sure your wallet has enough USDC to:
Cover the amount of $GOLD you want to mint
Pay the associated minting fee
3.4 Mint $GOLD
Once your wallet is whitelisted and funded:
Go to the ORO app
Enter the amount of USDC you want to convert
Confirm the swap (USDC to GOLD)
$GOLD will be minted 1:1 (minus the minting fee)
You’ll receive $GOLD instantly in your wallet
$GOLD is freely transferable, viewable in your wallet, and ready to stake, send, or redeem.
3.5 Stake $GOLD
To earn yield:
Select the amount of $GOLD to stake
Confirm the transaction in your wallet
Your $GOLD will be allocated into institutional gold leasing
You’ll begin accruing yield, paid monthly in $GOLD
There is a 12-month lockup period initially. You can track staking status and claim yield from the ORO app dashboard.
3.6 Redeem $GOLD
You can redeem $GOLD at any time via:
USDC redemption
Vault transfer
Physical delivery
Redemption requires KYC and may include delivery or settlement fees depending on the method chosen. See Section 6 for full details on redemption options and timelines.
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