# Testnet

## Introduction

The Demex testnets allow application developers to test and develop their applications without incurring any real-world cost. It also provides operators intending to run a validator with a risk-free environment to practice installing and running their nodes.

There are several active testnets that run concurrently. The primary testnet (`carbon-testnet-42069`) should be used for most purposes.

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Please note that testnets may be reset or deprecated periodically.
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## Setting Up

Setting up a new node to join a testnet is quick and easy. The following GitHub repository provides a detailed explanation on how to get started:

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## Getting Testnet Tokens

Before you can begin developing on Demex, you'll need to have some testnet $SWTH tokens.&#x20;

You can obtain them from the faucet [here](https://test-faucet.carbon.network/#/default/post_).

**Step 1**: Click on the `default POST /` section to expand it:&#x20;

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**Step 2:** Once expanded click on the "**Try it out"** button.

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**Step 3**: In the **Edit Value** section of the `body` field, change both the `address` and `coins` parameter of the request to your `tswth` address and required token (max 10,000 SWTH `1000000000000swth`).

> Example: `{ "address": "tswth164wzv8ug9g09jhsqhwy9gm04cwplhd6swk3kdv", "coins": [ "10000000000swth" ] }`

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**Step 4**: Hit the **Execute** button. You should receive testnet tokens at your address momentarily.

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If you encounter any issues, do reach out to the community and devs on [Telegram](https://t.me/demex_community) or [Discord](https://discord.gg/SPh62Hf)!
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