Intro to TON EcosystemThe Open Network (TON) is a global, decentralized blockchain community focused on putting crypto in every pocket. By building a
Web3 ecosystem in Telegram, TON's vision is to empower 500 million users to own their digital identity, data, and assets by 2028.
If you’re new here, follow these steps to get started with The Open Network and Telegram's TON-based Web3 ecosystem:1️⃣ Create your walletJoin TON by
setting up a wallet on the network. You have a variety of choices, such as the
@Wallet in Telegram,
Tonkeeper,
OpenMask, and
MyTonWallet, each offering a secure way to manage your assets. For those seeking enhanced security, consider hardware wallets like
Ledger,
SafePal or
Tangem. Discover more wallet options
here.
2️⃣ Buy Toncoin (TON)Purchase TON's native currency, Toncoin, directly in Telegram using
@Wallet with a debit or credit card, or via centralized exchanges like
OKX,
KuCoin,
Bybit, and
Blockchain.com. Alternatively, use TON-native platforms such as
DeDust.io and
STON.fi, or DEXs like Uniswap, PancakeSwap, and Biswap. Find more options
here.
3️⃣ Explore TON EcosystemDiscover a diverse range of over 500 apps on
TON App. Experience the unique
Telegram Mini Apps platform in the
tApps Center, fully integrated within Telegram, providing easy access to innovative applications.
4️⃣ Use your Toncoin (TON)Toncoin goes beyond financial transactions. Use it to buy Telegram Premium, purchase Telegram usernames on
Fragment, access TON-based
VPN services, buy
eSIM plans,
decentralized storage, shop for real-world products, stake, and explore DeFi applications.
Your journey into the new world of Web3 starts here. Explore, engage, and empower your digital life with TON on Telegram. For a deeper dive, check out this detailed
guide.