Getting Started

Prerequisites

• A crypto wallet (MetaMask recommended)

• SWANU tokens

• A pool account (e.g., F2Pool for Aleo Blockchain GPU task in this guide)

1. Obtaining SWANU Tokens

1.1 Purchase via DEX

You can acquire SWANU tokens through the DEX pool at IcecreamSwap: https://www.geckoterminal.com/swanchain/pools/0x4fd0c2c5360d980d650fe02a19b1460b1802134b

1.2 Earn Through Computing Resources

Alternatively, earn SWANU by contributing your computing resources:

• Deploy ECP (Edge Computing Provider)

• Deploy FCP (Fog Computing Provider)

Learn more about CP deployment here: https://docs.swanchain.io/bulders/computing-provider

2. Managing Your SWANU Balance

Swan Chain Console features two distinct balance types:

Available Balance

• Primary account for storing credits

• Allows unrestricted transfers

• Functions as your main SWANU wallet within the platform

Escrow Balance

• Used for all operational costs

• Subject to transfer restrictions

• Required for deploying Blockchain GPU tasks

Important: The system automatically deducts fees every 24 hours and transfers them directly to the Computing Provider’s beneficiary address

Locked Balance

• A portion of your Escrow Balance that ensures the application can run for at least 12 hours

• Will be released after the application is closed or terminated

Note: Before deploying any Blockchain GPU task, your Escrow Balance must have sufficient funds to cover the initial 12-hour locked period

Critical Account Operations

Daily Settlement Process

• Settlement occurs at UTC 00:00 daily

• System automatically deducts fees from Escrow Balance

• Fees are transferred to corresponding Computing Provider's beneficiary address

Important: Insufficient balance will trigger automatic task termination

Low Balance Protection

• System actively monitors Escrow Balance levels

• When the balance insufficient for current deployment costs:

  • All running tasks will be automatically terminated

  • System prevents new task deployments

Critical: Maintain sufficient Escrow Balance to avoid service interruption

Balance Management Steps

To use the platform, you must transfer SWANU from your external wallet to your Available Balance.

1. Deposit Process

• Navigate to “Account” in the left panel

• Click “Recharge” to transfer SWANU from your wallet to Available Balance

• Locate the arrow icon between the balance accounts and click to transfer from “Available Balance” to “Escrow Balance”

2. Withdrawal Process

CRITICAL NOTE: Withdrawals follow a strict two-step process with mandatory waiting period and specific restrictions.

1. Escrow to Available Balance

• Step 1: Request Withdrawal

  • Click the arrow icon (right to left) to transfer from Escrow to Available Balance

  • Status will show as "requested" in the "Transfer" section

• Step 2: Confirm Withdrawal (after 7 days)

  • After 7-day waiting period, confirm the transfer in "Transfer" section

  • Once successful, funds will appear in Available Balance

1. Available Balance to Wallet

• Simply click the "Withdraw" button in Available Balance card to withdraw to wallet

• Monitor transaction status in withdrawal history

Important Withdrawal Rules:

• Only one active withdrawal request is permitted per account

• New withdrawal requests automatically invalidate previous ones

• Recommended: Stop all tasks 24 hours before requesting withdrawal

• Ensure sufficient balance for final settlements