Quick Start

Get Started with Goliath Testnet in Minutes

This guide will help you connect to the Goliath testnet, set up your wallet, and make your first transaction. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes!

📱 Step 1: Install MetaMask

MetaMask is the most popular Web3 wallet that allows you to interact with the Goliath network.

Installation Options:

• 🌐 Browser Extension:

  • Chrome/Brave

  • Firefox

  • Edge

• 📱 Mobile App:

  • iOS App Store

  • Android Play Store

First Time Setup:

1. Click "Create a new wallet"

2. Create a strong password

3. IMPORTANT: Securely save your 12-word recovery phrase

4. Confirm your recovery phrase

5. Your wallet is ready!

⚠️ Security Tip: Never share your recovery phrase with anyone. Store it offline in a secure location.

🌐 Step 2: Add Goliath Testnet to MetaMask

Option A: Automatic Configuration (Recommended)

1. Visit the Goliath Testnet Explorer

2. Look for the "Add to MetaMask" button in the footer or navigation

3. Click it and approve the network addition in MetaMask

4. You're connected! 🎉

Option B: Manual Configuration

If you prefer to add the network manually:

1. Open MetaMask and click on the network dropdown (top center)

2. Select "Add Network" → "Add Network Manually"

3. Enter the following details:

Field	Value
Network Name	Goliath Testnet
RPC URL	https://rpc.testnet.goliath.net
Chain ID	8901
Currency Symbol	XCN
Block Explorer URL	https://testnet.explorer.goliath.net

1. Click "Save"

2. Switch to "Goliath Testnet" from the network dropdown

💰 Step 3: Get Test XCN Tokens

To interact with the Goliath testnet, you'll need test XCN tokens for gas fees.

Getting Test Tokens:

Testnet Faucet Bot:

1. Copy your wallet address from MetaMask (click on your account name)

2. Open the Goliath Testnet Faucet Bot on Telegram

3. Start the bot and send your wallet address

4. You'll receive 10,000 XCN test tokens instantly!

5. Cooldown period: 24 hours between requests

🎉 Tip: With 10,000 XCN, you can perform thousands of transactions on the testnet!

✨ Step 4: Make Your First Transaction

Send a Test Transaction:

1. In MetaMask, click "Send"

2. Enter a recipient address (you can use your own address for testing)

3. Enter amount: 0.1 XCN

4. Review the transaction:

   • Amount: 0.1 XCN

   • Gas Fee: ~0.0001 XCN (extremely low!)

5. Click "Confirm"

6. Transaction complete in ~3 seconds! ⚡

View Your Transaction:

1. Click on the transaction in MetaMask

2. Select "View on block explorer"

3. See detailed information including:

   • Transaction hash

   • Block number

   • Timestamp

   • Gas used

   • Transaction status

🎯 What's Next?

Explore the Network:

• Block Explorer - View all network activity

• Network Statistics - Real-time network metrics

• Token Transfers - Track token movements

For Developers:

• Deploy Smart Contracts - Start building on Goliath

• Connect Your dApp - Integrate with Web3 applications

• Development Tools - Set up your development environment

Advanced Features:

• Staking XCN - Earn rewards by staking

• Native Tokens - Create your own tokens

• File Storage - Decentralized storage solutions

🆘 Troubleshooting

Common Issues:

Cannot connect to network:

• Ensure RPC URL is correct: https://rpc.testnet.goliath.net

• Check your internet connection

• Try switching networks and switching back

Transaction pending for too long:

• Goliath transactions typically confirm in 3-5 seconds

• Try increasing gas price slightly

• Check network status on explorer

Need test tokens:

• Use the Goliath Testnet Faucet Bot

• Send your wallet address to receive 10,000 XCN

• Available every 24 hours

MetaMask shows zero balance:

• Ensure you're on Goliath Testnet network

• Add XCN token manually if needed:

  • Token Contract: Native (no contract needed)

  • Symbol: XCN

  • Decimals: 18

📊 Network Performance

Goliath Testnet delivers exceptional performance:

Metric	Value
Transaction Speed	~100,000 TPS
Finality Time	3-5 seconds
Average Gas Fee	<$0.001 USD
Network Uptime	99.99%
Active Nodes	Growing daily

🎉 Congratulations!

You're now connected to the Goliath testnet and ready to explore the future of distributed ledger technology. Whether you're a user looking for fast, affordable transactions or a developer building the next generation of dApps, Goliath provides the performance and reliability you need.

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• GitHub: Contribute to development

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