How to buy an NFT on OpenSea.io - learnwithme.eth

*This article covers how to buy an Ethereum NFT that is for sale on OpenSea.io*

**Prerequisites**

1. **You must have an NFT wallet** that can connect to OpenSea. We recommend MetaMask, learn how to set one up here.
2. **You must have ETH in your NFT wallet.** Learn how to fund your MetaMask wallet here.
3. **Find an NFT** that has an active Buy Now listing on OpenSea.io

> *Hint: You can easily apply the Buy Now filter when searching the marketplace to only show items with an active Buy Now listing*

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/uBlbKxXu2M6tg3QFiEzlt.png?height=1705&width=2033)

## Step 1 - Go to the NFT’s page

Select the NFT that you want to buy and confirm that (1) the listing is active, and (2) review the details to see on what NFT network and standard the was minted with.

![This is a sample ETH ERC-721 NFT that is listed for sale.](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/7t1ISDa9wL8kEFLR9FOyB.png?height=1705&width=2033)

If you do not have enough funds, learn how to deposit ETH into your wallet here.

![This error message will be shown if you do not have enough funds.](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/-F0rcpj-ZQ7-C5zttADL6.png?height=746&width=965)

## Step 2 - Confirm checkout and sign the transaction from your wallet

**2.2 - Confirm the transaction from your wallet**

You will have to pay the cost of the NFT + a gas fee for the transaction.

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/x7f1suIeP0jWNjCLpNXc8.jpg?height=1157&width=762)

You will see a processing screen while the ETH transaction processes.

![Sample Buy Now transaction processing screen from OpenSea.io ](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/oxMS3RTepC1VydJ76IuI3.png?height=1141&width=1207)

**Once the transaction is processed,** you will now own the NFT and be able to sell or transfer it.

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/MhS4iwwUUkxmT_5tWBXVK.png?height=1681&width=2049)

> *More OpenSea.io how to’s coming soon*
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> * Learn how to Sell and NFT you own.
> * Learn how to Transfer an NFT you own here.

How to register an ENS .eth domain name - learnwithme.eth

*This article covers how to register your ENS domain name.*

### Step 1: Search for the domain.eth name of your choosing

**1.1** - **Go to [https://app.ens.domains](https://app.ens.domains/) and search** check to see whether the .eth domain you want is available, or if someone has already registered it.

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/jn1j1EJ7X_cVWsLDxB9Rg.png?height=796&width=1387)

**1.2 - If the domain is available,** you can proceed to Step 2 to register it.

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/8_DqVMMeVF41Ny1bSCIiQ.png?height=703&width=1378)

**1.3 - If the domain is unavailable**, you can search for the NFT on OpenSea or other NFT marketplaces to see if the domain name is for sale or to place an offer on it.

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/YopcXMmnOeDxcwAJg-s02.png?height=712&width=1387)

### Step 2: Register the Domain

To register the domain you’ll need a cryptocurrency/NFT wallet that supports ERC20 tokens. We recommend using MetaMask, learn how to set one up here.

Registering a an available ENS domain name costs 0.002 ETH per year + gas fees for the requires transactions to secure the domain name.

> *Note: ENS domain names are minted as NFTs and transferred to the registrants wallet, allowing them to manage it through the ENS app and resell it on an NFT marketplace like OpenSea should they choose. Some ENS names have resold for thousands in profit.*

**2.1 - Connect your wallet** to the site.

* If you are using a computer, the easiest way to do this, select connect and this will open your MetaMask wallet extension, prompting you to log in and sign a message to connect to the site.
* If you are using a mobile wallet, open the ENS app within the wallet’s browser, or select the Wallet Connect option if you are using your phones browser to be prompted to approve the message in your MetaMask mobile app.

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/rAglH7NUnlRTvliURzCOH.png?height=1208&width=1565)

> *Note: Only connect to sites that you trust and always verify the url looks real.*

**2.2 - Select Request to Register** after you’ve connected your wallet and are on the available .eth domain name that you want.

![](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/3fXIIU1a3bwJj0KwODiFp.png?height=1208&width=1565)

This will start the three step registration process that is outlined above.

**2.2.1 - Confirm the request transaction** and wait for the pending transaction to complete

![This confirmation should come from your wallet](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/SIxLVT3OydRKvgGsnL8sC.png?height=1156&width=900)

![This screen will be shown while the request transaction is pending](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/mOpdDGthg5hkN5hwBZ-Fn.png?height=976&width=1547)

![This screen will be shown during the required waiting time](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/YP02AHuA6Oaz6Gy-OD54A.png?height=1015&width=1557)

**2.2.3 - Complete Registration** by selecting Register and signing the transaction from your wallet

![Select register to trigger the transaction to your wallet](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/FpbtlkDXyBieOsC9fWfsO.png?height=987&width=1531)

![Confirm the transaction from your wallet](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/4KiikE3lKmjx0zmCH2wrp.png?height=1056&width=943)

![This screen will be shown while the transaction processes](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/IGDGujWB3ilFOraUGTpO6.png?height=974&width=1548)

Once the transaction processes, you now own the ENS domain name as an NFT!

![This screen will show once the registration transaction has completed.](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/GFtPkTQ65_RklEBHfiaJm.png?height=1015&width=1543)

## So what do you do from here?

Once you’ve registered an available ENS domain name you:

* Set the NFT as your primary ENS name, creating a cross reference between your designate

How to deposit ETH into your MetaMask - learnwithme.eth

*This article provides an overview of how to deposit ETH (Ethereum) into your MetaMask using the standard ERC20 network.*

> *Note: ETH can also be traded on different networks, but that this will be covered in future updates.*

## You can buy ETH from:

* **Option A: from within MetaMask** … this is a streamlined process but often charges higher fees that others
* **Option B: from a centralized exchange** … this process requires you to create an account with an exchange, but offers a secure way to purchase and transfer ETH or  other cryptocurrencies with minimal fees.
* **Option C: from a decentralized exchange** … these allow you to exchange other cryptocurrencies for ETH for a small fee.

> *Note: While Option A (purchasing ETH from within MetaMask) allows you to stay within the application… **we recommend Option B (setting up an exchange account)** to be able to easily purchase, trade and transfer ETH and other cryptos from an established exchange.  Details on Option C (using decentralized exchanges). will be covered in the future as these require already having purchased cryptocurrency.*

## Option A: To buy ETH from within MetaMask

Select the buy or add funds button in you MetaMask to buy ETH and have it deposited into your wallet from one of the provided options.

![Select Buy / Add Funds from with your MetMask to view the options](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/tNaDo6lj1tyIvPDEPbZPp.jpg?height=1341&width=1613)

> * *You will be charged a “gas fee” to transfer the ETH into your wallet. Gas fees apply to all transaction processed on the Ethereum network, learn more about them here.*
> * *Most service providers that you can buy ETH from will require a form of identity verification to comply with government regulations.*

## Option B: To buy ETH by creating an exchange account

### Step B.1 - Setup an exchange account

You can transfer ETH that you buy from a supported exchange into your MetaMask. We recommend using [Coinbase.com](https://www.coinbase.com/join/blackl_jh) as one of the easier to use options for US residents, and [Binance.com](https://binance.com) for non-US residents.

You can use the the country based search engine to view exchange options and [learn more from Ethereum.org here.](https://ethereum.org/en/get-eth/)

![Source: https://ethereum.org/en/get-eth/ updated as of Jan. 7th, 2022](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/8a9D7O5yEjnt7WlJckuc2.png?height=1840&width=654)

> * *You cannot transfer ETH to your MetaMask (or other decentralized wallet) from all exchanges. For example Venmo, CashApp, and Robinhood all do not currently allow you to transfer ETH from your account to another wallet.*
> * *Most exchanges will require a form of identity verification to comply with government regulations. While some offer automatic identity verification, this process can take sometime.*
> * *Some exchanges do not allow for newly added funds to be withdrawn right away, make sure to set up your account in advance of you needing the funds.*

### Step B.2 Transfer the ETH from your exchange account into your wallet

After you have purchased ETH within your exchange account, you will need to transfer it to you wallet. 

**To transfer ETH from you exchange to your wallet,** follow these general steps:

1. **Select the send / withdraw or transfer** option from within your exchange account
2. **Select ETH** as the currency you want to transfer. If it has an option, make sure that it is the ERC20 one.
3. **Input your destination ETH wallet address**. 

Using [Coinbase.com](https://www.coinbase.com/join/blackl_jh) as an example

![How to send ETH from your Coinbase wallet to MetaMask](https://images.mirror-media.xyz/publication-images/b_XFqsG_aeYy9WkUDuBpT.png?height=1096&width=1536)

**To view your MetaMask public wallet address for step 3**, copy the address below your account name, or select it from the menu options

![How to copy your MetaMask public wallet address](https://images.mirror-m

How to create a MetaMask wallet - learnwithme.eth

*This article explains how you can create a MetaMask wallet that can store cryptocurrency and NFTs.*

### Follow these instructions to set up your MetaMask wallet:

1. **[Click here to download MetaMask](https://metamask.io/download/)** using mobile application or desktop browser extension
2. Open the application and get started to **create a new wallet**
3. **Set your password** for your new wallet
4. **Write down your seed phrase**. It is best to store this written on a safe piece of paper or device that is not connected to the internet. If you forget your password, you can reset it by importing your wallet using your seed phrase. If you loose your seed phrase, it can never be recovered.
5. **Complete the seed phrase verification** and account setup steps and voila, you now have a cryptocurrency wallet that supports storing NFTs!

### Helpful Hints

**Hint 1 - Your public wallet address is the unique identifier for your wallet.** You can easily copy it from below you account name or from the MetaMask menu options.

![Where yo view your public wallet address](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2FxC9Etz4G5PF4-RgvOHZK7.jpg&w=3840&q=90)

Where yo view your public wallet address

**Hint 2 - Never share you seed phrase or private key.** These should always be kept private, anyone with them can access all assets within the wallet.

**Hint 3 -** **We recommended also setting up the MetaMask browser extension** for an easier experience interacting with websites.

**Hint 4 - Pin the MetaMask browser extension to your chrome taskbar.** You can open the the wallet from your browser’s extension menu and pin it to your taskbar for easy access.

![Screenshot of how to open MetaMask using the Google Chrome extension](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2F4BMSVyhTXzXw9swFJU13s.png&w=1920&q=90)

Screenshot of how to open MetaMask using the Google Chrome extension

![MetaMask is now pinned to your taskbar](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2FLjjyTxNLlzG5SO_a7srPT.png&w=1080&q=90)

## View step by step screenshots below

*Updated January 20th, 2022*

*Screenshots cover downloading the MetaMask Chrome browser extension*

### 1) Click here to download MetaMask using the desktop browser extension

![Select "install MetaMask for Chrome"](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2Fm2ePa207jD1ilrQMMtlda.png&w=3840&q=90)

Select "install MetaMask for Chrome"

Add [the MetaMask chrome extension](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/metamask/nkbihfbeogaeaoehlefnkodbefgpgknn) to your browser

![select "Add to Chrome"](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2F2Z01ixbKlgVnHrfDuRixX.jpg&w=3840&q=90)

select "Add to Chrome"

![Select "Add extension"](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2FgMyOsg5YO1Hnb2rDZbX4T.jpg&w=1920&q=90)

Select "Add extension"

### 2) Open the application and get started to create a new wallet

![Select "Get Started"](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2FwKFNi0AGdIZK3xGhdqwCz.jpg&w=1920&q=90)

2\.1 - Select "Get Started"

![Select "I Agree"](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2FSi6-BDP39qYnIhweWji-i.jpg&w=3840&q=90)

2\.2 - Select "I Agree"

### 3) Set your password for your new wallet

Set your password and agree to the Terms of Use

![Set your password and agree to the terms](https://mirror.xyz/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.mirror-media.xyz%2Fpublication-images%2FckfmH9bkgiNTPzPNUQMNI.jpg&w=1920&q=90)

### 4) Write down your seed phrase.

It is best to store this written on a safe piece of paper or device that is not connected to the internet. If you forget your passwor

About: learnwithme.eth

*This article provides an outline of learning guides to help you NFT and beyond within the Ethereum ecosystem.*

## Published guides

* [How to create a MetaMask wallet](https://mirror.xyz/nftwithme.eth/Y0V3Q2z1NvNV7ghWuNvSuqtpCPnKHv-ezDONPGkO4jI)
* [How to deposit ETH into your MetaMask](https://mirror.xyz/nftwithme.eth/ZkGdW1ksjWjLnD2YgbYdZHuFrbGvcZUO1k-XRwjKHpw)
* [How to register an ENS .eth domain name](https://mirror.xyz/nftwithme.eth/oBv0gnzxeZ-dXkJtT4olg_F86-n2gkwzsWEeWJ8_emI)
* [How to buy an NFT on OpenSea.io](https://mirror.xyz/nftwithme.eth/_llFOOA0XWMFqhSH6mEfmROaatBJ2yy5FGDLk0ZuN_Q)

## More guides coming soon

### The basics

* *What is an NFT?*
* What is web3?
* *What is Cryptocurrency?*
* *What is ETH?*
* *What is DeFi?*
* *What is Staking?*
* *What is an LP?*
* *What is impermanent loss?*

### Create and Sell your own ETH NFTs

* *How to create an NFT*
* *How to sell an NFT*

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