> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.solflare.com/solflare/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.solflare.com/solflare/onboarding/next-steps.md).

# Next Steps

What to do after setting up Solflare: buy or transfer SOL, stake, connect to Solana apps, secure your wallet, and learn the basics in Crypto 101.

After you set up your Solflare wallet, add SOL, secure your recovery phrase, and start using Solana. These are the most useful next steps.

#### Add SOL to your wallet

You need a small amount of SOL to pay Solana transaction fees. There are two ways to get it:

* **Buy SOL in Solflare.** Tap or click **Buy** on your Portfolio and pay with a card, bank transfer, or Apple Pay, depending on your region. The guide [How to buy crypto with fiat using Solflare](https://www.solflare.com/guides/how-to-buy-crypto-with-fiat-using-solflare/) and the [how to buy Solana](https://www.solflare.com/prices/solana/So11111111111111111111111111111111111111112/how-to-buy/) page walk through it.
* **Transfer SOL** from an exchange or another wallet to your Solflare address. See [How to transfer crypto from another wallet or exchange to Solflare](https://www.solflare.com/guides/how-to-transfer-crypto-from-another-wallet-exchange-to-solflare/).

![Solflare Portfolio with the Buy button highlighted](https://www.solflare.com/tkn_lnd_pg_assets/images/htb_steps/Mobile_option_2_2_step_extension.png)

#### Put your SOL to work

You can [stake SOL](https://www.solflare.com/stake/) with a validator directly from Solflare and earn staking rewards while keeping custody of your SOL. You can also swap tokens in the app and connect Solflare to Solana apps: [in the browser extension](https://help.solflare.com/en/articles/5797210), or [on mobile](https://help.solflare.com/en/articles/6176657) through the in-app browser.

#### Secure your wallet

Read Digital Wallet Best Practices and the [Solflare security page](https://www.solflare.com/security/). For long-term holdings, consider a hardware wallet such as [Solflare Shield](https://www.solflare.com/hardware-wallet/) or Ledger.

#### Learn the basics

* [Crypto 101](https://www.solflare.com/crypto-101/): explainers on Solana, wallets, staking, DeFi, and security.
* [Solflare guides](https://www.solflare.com/guides/): step-by-step guides for Solflare features.
* [Glossary](https://www.solflare.com/glossary/): short definitions of crypto and Solana terms.
* [Help Center](https://help.solflare.com/): answers to account and troubleshooting questions, plus 24/7 support.