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# How do I get crypto to start trading?

Once you’ve installed MetaMask and created a wallet, it is necessary to top up your balance. You can buy crypto for fiat on various platforms. For example, you can purchase cryptocurrency within the MetaMask wallet via its payment providers or on any cryptocurrency exchange (e.g., Binance).