Getting Started
Use Quai
Explore the various ways to participate in the Quai Network ecosystem, from mining to DeFi and beyond.
Get a Wallet
Set up your Quai Network wallet to start participating in the ecosystem.
Mine Quai
Participate in securing the network through decentralized mining at home or with our compute partners.
Get Quai
Learn how to acquire Quai.
Bridge to Quai
Transfer assets to and from Quai Network seamlessly with other chains.
Trade & Swap
Exchange tokens across multiple DEXes in the Quai ecosystem.
Explore Ecosystem
Discover NFTs, games, and more on Quai Network.
Network Tools & Explorers
Track network activity and explore the blockchain with these essential tools:| Tool | Purpose | Features |
|---|---|---|
| QuaiScan | Block Explorer | Search transactions, blocks, and addresses |
| Network Stats | Live Statistics | Real-time node count and hashrate data |
| Chain Visualizer | 3D Visualization | Interactive view of the multi-chain network |
Get a Quai Wallet
Choose from several wallet options to store and manage your Quai:| Wallet | Type | Features | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelagus Wallet | Browser Extension | Official Quai wallet | Supports QUAI & QI |
| Blip Mobile | Mobile App | Mobile-first experience | Available for $QUAI only |
| Tangem | Hardware Wallet | Physical card wallet | Coming Soon |
Where to Get Quai
Centralized Exchanges
Trade QUAI on major exchanges with the QUAI/USDT pair:| Exchange | Trading Pair | Features | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gate.io | QUAI/USDT | Highest volume, most liquidity | Available |
| MEXC | QUAI/USDT | Popular global exchange | Available |
| BitMart | QUAI/USDT | User-friendly interface | Available |
| Kraken | Various pairs | Major US exchange | Coming Soon |
KYC-Free Instant Swaps
Exchange cryptocurrencies for QUAI without registration:| Platform | Type | Features |
|---|---|---|
| SwapSpace | Aggregator | Compare rates across multiple services |
| LetsExchange | Direct swap | Quick crypto-to-crypto exchanges |
Most exchanges require you to first purchase USDT (Tether) before trading for QUAI. Credit/debit card purchases of QUAI are not currently available on major exchanges.
Mine Quai
Home Mining
Run a mining node from your personal computer or dedicated mining rig to earn rewards while supporting network decentralization. When mining with your own node, you can:- Choose your reward token: Earn either QUAI or QI based on your preference
- Opt for Locked Mining Rewards (LMR): Earn up to 25% additional rewards by deferring payment for 3, 6, or 12 months
Mining Pools
Join a mining pool to mine without having to run a node:| Pool | Fee | Payout Scheme | Min Payout | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F2Pool | 1% | PPLNS | 1 QUAI | Major pool, 14-day maturity |
| HeroMiners | 0.9% | PPLNS | Variable | Global servers, solo mining |
| Kryptex Pool | 0.9% | PPS+ | Variable | Hourly payments, NiceHash support |
| K1Pool | 0.9% | PPLNS | 10 QUAI | GPU/ASIC support, low fees |
| LuckyPool | 1% | PPLNS | Adjustable | Email notifications, exchange mining |
Algorithm: Quai uses ProgPoW (Programmatic Proof-of-Work) which is GPU-friendly and ASIC-resistant. All mining rewards have a 14-day maturity period before payout.For the most current hashrate statistics and pool comparisons, visit MiningPoolStats.New to pool mining? Check out our GPU mining guide to get started.
Decentralized Compute Partners
Rent cloud computing power with one-click setup to start mining Quai without buying hardware:| Partner | Description |
|---|---|
| Akash Network | Decentralized cloud computing platform |
| IO.Net | Decentralized cloud computing platform |
| CloreAI | Decentralized cloud computing platform |
| Flux | Decentralized cloud computing platform |
| VastAI | Decentralized cloud computing platform |
Bridge to Quai
Transfer your assets securely to and from Quai Network using our trusted bridge partners:| Bridge | Supported Networks | Status |
|---|---|---|
| PortalToBitcoin | Bitcoin | Coming Soon |
Trade-Swap
Decentralized Exchanges
Trade directly from your wallet without intermediaries on these decentralized platforms:| Exchange | Type | Features |
|---|---|---|
| QuaiSwap | Native DEX | Liquidity pools, farming |
| LithiumDeFi | LMT Platform | Liquid Mining Tokens, staking |
Launch a Token
| Platform | Purpose |
|---|---|
| poop.fun | Token creation & launching |
Explore Ecosystem
NFT Marketplaces
| Marketplace | Features |
|---|---|
| QuaiMark | Buy, sell, and mint NFTs |
Gaming & Social
| Platform | Type | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Kipper | SocialFi | Tip on X w/ Quai or Sol! |
| QNS | DNS Naming | Quai Name Service |
| QFan | Telegram Gaming | P2E, social features |