# MEV Bot Wallet Setup Instructions

## 🎯 Quick Setup (2 Options)

### Option A: Create New Wallet (Recommended)

I've generated a secure private key for you. Follow these steps:

#### Step 1: Import into MetaMask

1. **Open MetaMask** (or install from https://metamask.io)
2. Click your **account icon** (top right)
3. Select **"Import Account"**
4. Choose **"Private Key"** as import type
5. Paste the private key I generated (check terminal output)
6. Click **"Import"**

#### Step 2: Switch to Arbitrum One

1. In MetaMask, click the **network dropdown** (top left)
2. Click **"Add Network"** → **"Add network manually"**
3. Enter these details:
   - **Network Name:** Arbitrum One
   - **RPC URL:** `https://arb1.arbitrum.io/rpc`
   - **Chain ID:** `42161`
   - **Currency Symbol:** `ETH`
   - **Block Explorer:** `https://arbiscan.io`
4. Click **"Save"**
5. Switch to **Arbitrum One** network

#### Step 3: Copy Your Address

1. In MetaMask, click your account name to copy address
2. **Save this address** - this is where you'll send ETH

#### Step 4: Fund the Wallet

**Amount needed:** 0.01-0.05 ETH on Arbitrum

**Methods:**

**A. Bridge from Ethereum** (if you have ETH on mainnet):
```
1. Visit: https://bridge.arbitrum.io/
2. Connect wallet
3. Bridge 0.02-0.05 ETH
4. Wait 7-15 minutes
```

**B. Exchange Withdrawal**:
```
1. Go to Coinbase/Binance/Kraken
2. Navigate to Withdraw → ETH
3. Select "Arbitrum One" network (important!)
4. Paste your wallet address
5. Withdraw 0.02-0.05 ETH
```

**C. Send from another Arbitrum wallet**:
```
1. Open your existing Arbitrum wallet
2. Send 0.02-0.05 ETH to your new address
```

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### Option B: Use Existing Wallet

If you already have a wallet with ETH on Arbitrum:

1. **Export private key** from MetaMask:
   - Click account icon → Account Details
   - Click "Export Private Key"
   - Enter password
   - Copy private key (starts with 0x)

2. **Save securely** - You'll need this for keystore setup

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## 🔒 Security Checklist

Before proceeding, verify:

- [ ] Private key saved in password manager
- [ ] Wallet imported into MetaMask successfully
- [ ] Arbitrum One network added and selected
- [ ] Wallet address copied and verified
- [ ] Ready to fund with 0.01-0.05 ETH

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## 📊 Funding Amounts Guide

| Amount | USD Value | Good For | Recommended |
|--------|-----------|----------|-------------|
| 0.01 ETH | ~$20 | ~30 trades | Minimum |
| 0.03 ETH | ~$60 | ~100 trades | **Recommended** |
| 0.05 ETH | ~$100 | ~150 trades | Optimal |

**Gas cost per trade:** ~$0.30-0.50 on Arbitrum

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## ⏭️ Next Steps

Once wallet is funded:

1. ✅ **Verify balance**: Check address on https://arbiscan.io
2. ✅ **Provide private key**: I'll configure keystore (securely encrypted)
3. ✅ **Enable execution**: Update bot configuration
4. ✅ **Monitor**: Watch first few trades execute

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## ❓ FAQ

**Q: Can I use a different wallet app?**
A: Yes! Any Ethereum wallet works (Ledger, Trezor, Trust Wallet, etc.)

**Q: Why Arbitrum and not Ethereum mainnet?**
A: Arbitrum gas is 100x cheaper (~$0.30 vs ~$30 per transaction)

**Q: Is the private key secure?**
A: Yes, generated with cryptographically secure random bytes

**Q: What if I lose the private key?**
A: Funds are permanently lost - BACKUP IMMEDIATELY

**Q: Can I withdraw profits later?**
A: Yes! Just send from this wallet to your main wallet anytime

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## 🆘 Need Help?

Let me know when:
- ✅ Wallet is created and funded
- ✅ You have the private key ready
- ✅ Ready to configure keystore

I'll help with the next steps!