> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.qubit.trade/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quick Start

> Get started with Qubit Alpha copy trading in minutes

Follow these steps to start copy trading on Qubit Alpha.

## Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have:

* A cryptocurrency wallet (MetaMask, Rabby, or similar)
* USDC on Arbitrum network
* Basic understanding of perpetual futures trading ([Read Core Concepts](/guide/concepts))

## Step 1: Connect Your Wallet

<Steps>
  <Step title="Visit Qubit Alpha">
    Go to [alpha.qubit.trade](https://alpha.qubit.trade)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Connect">
    Click the "Connect Wallet" button in the top right corner.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Wallet">
    Choose your wallet provider and approve the connection.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Sign Message">
    Sign the authentication message to verify ownership.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Step 2: Create a Sub-Account

Your copy trading funds will be held in a dedicated Hyperliquid sub-account. [Learn more about accounts](/guide/concepts#account-types).

<Steps>
  <Step title="Navigate to Portfolio">
    Click on "My Portfolio" in the navigation menu.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Create Sub-Account">
    Click "Create Sub-Account" and follow the prompts.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Name Your Account">
    Give your sub-account a descriptive name (e.g., "Copy Trading 1").
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Step 3: Deposit Funds

<Steps>
  <Step title="Get Deposit Address">
    Click "Deposit" on your sub-account card.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Transfer USDC">
    Send USDC from your wallet to the displayed address on Arbitrum.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm Deposit">
    Wait for the transaction to confirm (usually 1-2 minutes).
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Step 4: Start Copy Trading

<Steps>
  <Step title="Browse Traders">
    Go to the "Discovery" page to explore available traders.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Analyze Performance">
    Review trader statistics, ROI, and risk metrics.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Copy">
    Select a trader and click "Start Copy Trading".
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Settings">
    Set your copy ratio and risk parameters, including Portfolio Stop Loss/Take Profit.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm">
    Review and confirm to start copying.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Start with a small amount to test the system before committing larger capital.
</Tip>

## Next Steps

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Asset Management" icon="wallet" href="/guide/asset-management">
    Learn how to manage deposits and withdrawals.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Dashboard Guide" icon="chart-bar" href="/guide/dashboard">
    Understand your portfolio and performance metrics.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>