MaxFi is an automated yield platform that helps you earn trading fees from your crypto. Deposit Bitcoin, ETH, or stablecoins, and MaxFi's smart rebalancing technology optimizes your position to maximize fee earnings while minimizing losses.

How much can I earn with MaxFi?

Returns vary based on market conditions and your chosen settings. Historical backtests have shown monthly returns of 10%+ in certain market conditions. Use our free backtest simulator to see projected returns based on real historical data. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Is my crypto safe with MaxFi?

Your crypto is held in MaxFi's smart contract vault, not in our possession—we cannot access or move your funds. Only you can withdraw your position. Our contracts have undergone a comprehensive security review. Like all DeFi protocols, there are inherent risks including smart contract risk, market risk, and impermanent loss.

What makes MaxFi different from other LP managers?

Traditional LP rebalancers swap your tokens at the worst possible moment—right after extreme price moves. MaxFi uses a "no-swap" strategy that repositions your liquidity without trading, saving you 1-2% on every rebalance.

Can I withdraw anytime?

Yes, absolutely. There are no lockups, no exit fees, and no waiting periods. Your crypto is always accessible, and you can withdraw your full position plus all earned fees at any time.

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Buy Crypto and Send It to Your Wallet

Buy ETH on an exchange and send it to your MetaMask wallet on Base.

Key Takeaways

Buy ETH on an exchange like Coinbase, then send to your wallet
Always send a small test amount first
Use Base network when withdrawing to save on fees

Where to Buy ETH

You need ETH (Ethereum) to use MaxFi. The easiest way to get it is through an exchange.

Popular exchanges:

Coinbase (best for beginners, supports Base directly)
Binance
Kraken

Sending ETH to Your Wallet

Once you have ETH, you need to send it to your MetaMask wallet.

Step 1: Copy Your Wallet Address

Open MetaMask
Make sure you are on the Base network
Click your address to copy it

Step 2: Withdraw from the Exchange

Go to your exchange's "Withdraw" or "Send" page
Paste your MetaMask address
Choose the Base network (this saves fees)
Enter the amount

Step 3: Send a Test First

Always send a small test amount first. Send $5 worth. Wait for it to arrive. Then send the rest.

This protects you from mistakes. If you send to the wrong address, you cannot get it back.

Step 4: Confirm

Check MetaMask. Your ETH should appear within a few minutes. If you used Base, it is usually very fast.

Gas Fees

Every action on the blockchain costs a tiny fee called "gas." On Base, gas is very cheap. Usually under $0.01 per transaction.

Keep a few dollars of ETH in your wallet for gas. You need ETH (not WETH) to pay for gas.

What if My Exchange Does Not Support Base?

If your exchange only supports Ethereum mainnet:

Withdraw ETH to your wallet on Ethereum mainnet
Use a bridge like bridge.base.org to move it to Base

This costs more in fees. If possible, use an exchange that supports Base directly.

What You Learned

Buy ETH on an exchange like Coinbase and withdraw to MetaMask
Always send a small test amount first to make sure it works
Choose Base network when withdrawing to save on fees

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which exchange is best?

Coinbase is the easiest for beginners and supports direct Base withdrawals. Binance and Kraken also work.

How much should I buy?

Start with whatever you are comfortable with. Even $50 is enough to try MaxFi. Keep a few dollars of ETH for gas fees.

How long does the transfer take?

Base withdrawals from Coinbase are nearly instant. From other exchanges, it depends. Usually a few minutes.

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