# Depositing to BingX exchange

> Find out how to top up your BingX account via P2P, a secure way to purchase cryptocurrencies directly from users under the guarantee of the exchange.

Trading **P2P** allows you to buy and sell cryptocurrencies directly from other users.
The **BingX** exchange acts as a guarantor of the security of the deal, holding funds until the transaction is confirmed by both parties.

1. In the upper left part of the navigation bar, click **"Buy Crypto"**, then select **"P2P Trading"**.

2. Select the fiat currency that you want to exchange for cryptocurrency.

3. Find a suitable offer and click **"Buy USDT"**.

4. Specify the amount of fiat funds you want to pay or the amount of coins you want to receive, then click **"Buy"** to continue.
   You will be redirected to the order page, where you can view the seller's details and confirm the payment.

5. After transferring funds to the seller, click **"Payment completed"**.

6. When the seller confirms receipt, the cryptocurrency will be credited to your balance.
   Click **"Check Asset"** to view the received coins and transaction history.

:::note[Note]
If the seller does not send the coins within 10 minutes, an appeal should be filed — the exchange will examine the situation and protect the buyer.
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Your **BingX** account has now been successfully replenished.
The next step is to **create an API key** and **link your account to the Veles platform**.