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# How to buy SIDUS on Linea

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SIDUS tokens are a pivotal component of the SidusPad Staking pools operating on Linea. This guide will explain how and where you can purchase SIDUS tokens and how to transfer them onto the Linea network.

### About SIDUS token&#x20;

SIDUS serves as a comprehensive utility token for the entire Sidus Ecosystem and it is integral to numerous in-game and out-of-game services embedded within the metaverse’s overarching economic model. Users have the unique opportunity to receive guaranteed allocations by staking SIDUS in SidusPad’s staking pools.

### How to prepare for SIDUS Staking

If you find yourself with an empty wallet and no ETH for gas fees on the Linea network:

1. Purchase ETH on an exchange and transfer it to your wallet on the Linea network. Check out the list of compatible exchanges and wallets that work with Linea:

* [CEX](https://linea.build/apps?types=cex)
* [Wallets](https://linea.build/apps?types=wallet)

2. Buy SIDUS on Linea via [PancakeSwap](https://pancakeswap.finance/swap?outputCurrency=0xD96536B77aE5500fE850Add2253bcf640e7824c1\&chain=linea) - this is the most cost-effective option.
3. Alternatively, purchase SIDUS on any of the following exchanges and transfer it to your MetaMask wallet:

* [Uniswap](https://app.uniswap.org/swap?inputCurrency=0x549020a9cb845220d66d3e9c6d9f9ef61c981102\&outputCurrency=ETH)
* [KuCoin](https://www.kucoin.com/trade/SIDUS-USDT?rcode=e21sNJ)
* [Gate.io](https://www.gate.io/trade/SIDUS_USDT)&#x20;
* [ByBit](https://www.bybit.com/en-US/trade/spot/SIDUS/USDT?affiliate_id=9763)&#x20;

4. Transfer SIDUS to Linea via the [Sidus Bridge](https://play.sidusheroes.com/swap/).&#x20;

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Alternative Bridges:

* <https://bridge.linea.build/>
* <https://portfolio.metamask.io/bridge>
* <https://www.layerswap.io>

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Due to high gas fees on the Ethereum network, we recommend purchasing SIDUS directly on Linea.
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If you already have ETH on Linea:

1. Purchase tokens using the addresses on [PancakeSwap](https://pancakeswap.finance/swap?outputCurrency=0xD96536B77aE5500fE850Add2253bcf640e7824c1\&chain=linea).
2. If you have ERC-20 SIDUS and/or SENATE, you can also utilize the [Sidus Bridge](https://play.sidusheroes.com/swap/).

### Our tokens on other chains

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Ethereum" %}
🔸 [SIDUS](https://etherscan.io/address/0x549020a9Cb845220D66d3E9c6D9F9eF61C981102)

🔸 [SENATE](https://etherscan.io/address/0x34Be5b8C30eE4fDe069DC878989686aBE9884470)
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Binance Smart Chain (BSC)" %}
🔸 [SIDUS](https://bscscan.com/address/0xe62B7C22484F8b031930275d31F42B9a517fE038)

🔸 [SENATE](https://bscscan.com/address/0x0fb5027032258D4A9106668B332F490c15951C1B)
{% endtab %}

{% tab title="Linea" %}
🔸 [SIDUS](https://lineascan.build/address/0xD96536B77aE5500fE850Add2253bcf640e7824c1)

🔸 [SENATE](https://lineascan.build/address/0x4Fe672521C147226a18A0a5EBC4f74aF5409eba7)
{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}

By following these steps, you can seamlessly acquire and utilize SIDUS tokens on the Linea network, thereby enhancing your participation in the SidusPad Staking pools.