The entry threshold to the project is quite high. To start playing, you need to buy “virtual sneakers” on the application’s marketplace. The service works on the Solana blockchain, so to pay for the purchase you will need to purchase a SOL token and add it to your game wallet. The price of sneakers depends on their characteristics, type and rarity. According to the developers, the investment pays off in two to three weeks after you start using the application. In fact, if you lead a fairly active lifestyle, it will happen sooner. After that, you can start earning only net profit and as a bonus – to improve your health.
Since the main principle of earning tokens in the STEPN project is connected with the work of the application in the online mode, as well as with the work of GPS-tracker built into the smartphone, it is necessary to have a fairly new version of the gadget, compatible with the software products of the project. In addition, in the area where the user lives, i.e. where he will actually run, there should be a relatively stable Internet connection – at least 4G level. If the connection quality is poor, the GPS will incorrectly read the running speed, and as a result, the STEPN app may simply stop working.
To monitor this parameter, it is recommended to check the speed in the local network by “speed test” the gadget. The average ping time should not be more than 24 ms. Otherwise, the GPS tracker will actually display nothing, and all the effort spent on running will not bring any financial benefit.
To start using STEPN and earn money by running in the morning, you need to follow the following algorithm of actions:
Downloading the app. First of all, you should install the application on your smartphone. Depending on the model of your mobile device, you can do this either through the App Store or Google Play.
Creating an account. After launching the application, you will need to enter your email address and click on the “Send Code” button. A code will be sent to the email specified by the user, which then needs to be entered into the corresponding field in the application.
Entering the activation code. Before launching the application, it is necessary to receive its activation code. According to the policy of STEPN developers, access should be provided free of charge. At the moment, the only official way to get an activation code is through the project’s channels in Telegram and Stepn Discord.
Creating a cryptocurrency wallet. After receiving the activation code, the main screen of the application will open, in which there will be instructions on how to use it. A separate screen will tell you how to create a new cryptocurrency wallet. It is recommended not to skip this section of the menu and study it carefully. So, to create a cryptocurrency wallet in the application, you need to click on the image of the wallet in the upper right corner of the screen. The process will literally take a couple of minutes. When creating a wallet, a secret phrase (seed-phrase) will appear on the screen, which should be memorized, or better written down or saved in a safe place. After creating a cryptocurrency wallet, you need to return to the main screen of the application.
Launching the game. On the main page of the application, you can see that in the upper right corner, in the column where there is an image and a token symbol, zeros are displayed (this is the user’s current account). To start the game, you need to deposit SOL tokens into your cryptocurrency account in the amount that will allow you to purchase STEPN NFT sneakers. The minimum value of the sneakers at the time of writing (May 2022) is approximately 12 SOL, or about $1,200 USD. After purchasing the sneakers, you should wait until 25% of “energy points” are accumulated (approximately 6 hours), and then you can launch the game and start running while earning cryptocurrency.
Special attention should be paid to the choice of NFT sneakers. Before buying, it is recommended to download the application and pre-run for 10 minutes in test mode, that is, without sneakers. This is done in order to be able to select the right type of “shoes” that will meet the needs of a particular person.