> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://valhalla-bot.gitbook.io/valhalla-bot/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://valhalla-bot.gitbook.io/valhalla-bot/quick-start.md).

# Quick Start

Getting started with Valhalla takes just a few minutes. Follow the steps below to activate the bot, connect your wallet, and start copy trading.

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#### ✅ Step 1: Allow the Bot to DM You

Click the link below so the Valhalla bot can send you DMs and interact with your account:

[**Authorize the Valhalla Bot**](https://discord.com/oauth2/authorize?client_id=1251546267633455230)

> This step is optional, but it allows our bot to send trade updates via DM

#### 🛠️ Step 2: Join Olympus / Decoder Discord

* Join the [Discord](https://discord.gg/sol-decoder)

#### ⚙️ Step 3: Use website or a Discord Bot

**Option A**: 

1. Go to <https://valhalla-bot.app/>
2. Click on Enter Valhalla and Sign up or Login using Discord or Gmail
3. After authorizing, you will reach the [Dashboard](https://valhalla-bot.app/dashboard).&#x20;

**Option B**

Once you're inside the Valhalla Discord, open any channel where bot commands are accepted and run the following:

**`/valhalla start`** (Note: You will need to ask for a referral code from one of our members in Valhalla Discord)

Creates your wallet and initializes your bot profile.

**`/valhalla export_keys`**

Exports your wallet keys. Set a **PIN** during this step for added security.

**`/valhalla settings_dlmm`**

Enables you to:

* Follow wallets
* Set basic filters and limits
* And many other features...

**`/valhalla top_trade_wallets`**

View the top-performing wallets on the bot.

> Before following any wallet, paste it into [Valhalla Website](https://valhalla-bot.app/dashboard) to check:
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> * Their recent trading activity, Token choices and Profit consistency

Once you’ve followed some wallets and trades have started, you're good to go — continue to expanded Setup only if you want more customization.

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[Expanded Setup - Discord Bot](/valhalla-bot/expanded-setup-discord-bot.md)
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[Expanded Setup - Website](/valhalla-bot/expanded-setup-website.md)
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