# Activate Account

To execute transactions on Demex, it is necessary to first activate your account. 

The activation:

* Allows you to utilize Demex on Web3 wallets such as MetaMask;
* Is a necessary step for you to engage in EVM transactions, enabling you to link your native balance between Carbon Core and Carbon EVM while navigating the IBC and Ethereum ecosystems.

**Note**: Activation is a one-time requirement, meaning you only need to activate your account once.

## Guide

The following instructions illustrate how to activate your account on Demex.

**Step 1:** Head over to [Demex](https://app.dem.exchange/) and [connect your wallet](https://guide.dem.exchange/~/changes/REiUq5w3vfdfOKEL0jdy/welcome/getting-started/wallet-connection).

**Step 2**: Activate your account.

When you initiate a transaction, the following pop-up message will appear, prompting you to activate your account. 

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To perform transactions on Demex, ensure that your wallet contains sufficient funds to pay network fees. Demex supports flexible network fees; Learn more [here](https://guide.dem.exchange/~/changes/REiUq5w3vfdfOKEL0jdy/welcome/fees/flexible-network-fees).
{% endhint %}

Follow the instructions in the pop-up to activate your account. 

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**Step 3**: Start trading on Demex

Congratulations, with your account activated and funded, you're now ready to explore and trade on Demex!