# Graphite account activation
## Account Activation Instructions
### With MetaMask
You can activate your account by following [**`this link`**](https://atgraphite.com/account).
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**Connect MetaMask**
* Open MetaMask and select the address you want to connect.
* A pop-up will appear with the message **`isn't connected to atgraphite.com`** and a **`Connect Account`** button. Click this button to connect the selected address.
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**Activate Your Account**
* In the interface, find the **`Graphite Account`** card.
* Click the **`Activate`** button.
*A transaction will be required to activate the account, so make sure you have sufficient funds in your wallet.*
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**Confirm the Transaction**
You will be redirected back to MetaMask to confirm the transaction. Approve it in the MetaMask window.
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**Activation Pending**
After successful confirmation, your account status will change to **`Pending`**. This indicates that the request is processing, and the activation should only take a short time.
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**Account Activated**
Once the processing is complete, your status will change to **`Activated`**. Now you can customize your filters and pass KYC.
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### With Graphite Wallet
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**Install Graphite Wallet**
* Install Graphite Wallet extension by following [**`this link`**](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/graphite-wallet/fbgdgmhhhlimaanngeakidegojjbbbbm).
* Create a new wallet or import mnemonic/private key, and come up with a password.
* Supported browser: **`Chrome`**
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**Completion of Setup**
* Go to the account settings page to activate your account.
* A transaction will be required to activate the account, so make sure you have sufficient funds in your wallet.
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**Activate Your Account**
* In the interface, find the **`Not activated`** card. Click on it, and you will be taken to the activation page.
* Click the **`Activate`** button.
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**Confirm the Transaction**
To activate your account, review the transaction details in the next step and confirm it. The process is quick, and your account will be ready to use soon.
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**Waiting for Transaction Confirmation**
After confirming the transaction, please wait for it to be processed. This usually takes only a short time. Once completed, your account will be activated automatically.
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**Account Activated**
Once the processing is complete, your status will change to **`Activated`**. Now you can customize your filters and pass KYC.
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**Confirm the Transaction**
You will be redirected back to MetaMask to confirm the transaction. Approve it in the MetaMask window.
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**Activation Pending**
After successful confirmation, your account status will change to **`Pending`**. This indicates that the request is processing, and the activation should only take a short time.
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**Account Activated**
Once the processing is complete, your status will change to **`Activated`**. Now you can customize your filters and pass KYC.
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### With Graphite Wallet
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**Install Graphite Wallet**
* Install Graphite Wallet extension by following [**`this link`**](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/graphite-wallet/fbgdgmhhhlimaanngeakidegojjbbbbm).
* Create a new wallet or import mnemonic/private key, and come up with a password.
* Supported browser: **`Chrome`**
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**Completion of Setup**
* Go to the account settings page to activate your account.
* A transaction will be required to activate the account, so make sure you have sufficient funds in your wallet.
