> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://carol-8.gitbook.io/documentation/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://carol-8.gitbook.io/documentation/users-guide/how-carol-protocol-works.md).

# How Carol Protocol Works

1. Open/[Install MetaMask](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/metamask/nkbihfbeogaeaoehlefnkodbefgpgknn?hl=ru) or any other wallet that supports web3.
2. Add the Base network to your wallet if it's not already there. You can use this link for automatic addition: <https://chainlist.org/?search=base>

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3. Fund your ETH wallet on the Ethereum network and bridge your ETH to Base's ETH using the bridge: [https://bridge.base.org/deposit ](<https://bridge.base.org/deposit >)

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4. Visit the website <https://carol.finance> and connect your wallet.
5. Create a Bond on the main page - <https://carol.finance/bonding>. To do this, you need to have a minimum of 0.001 ETH + network fees in your wallet. A Bond is a deferred purchase of CAROL tokens with ETH. CAROL tokens will be unlocked after 30 days with a + 30% bonus on the spent ETH amount. Minimum Bond (deposit) = 0.001 ETH.

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