# 4º Deposit USDC in Growi.HF

**Step 1: Access the Platform**

Navigate to the Growi.HF [Web App](https://app.hf.growi.fi/).

**Step 2: Connect Your Wallet**

You need to connect your MetaMask wallet:

1. Click on the **"Connect Wallet"** button.
2. Select your MetaMask wallet and approve the connection.

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**Step 3: Enter the Investment Amount**

1. Input the amount of **USDC** you wish to invest.
2. You will see the real-time exchange rate and the corresponding amount of **GWHF** tokens you will receive.
3. **GWHF** is the native token of **Growi.HF**, which you receive in exchange for your **USDC**. This token represents your investment in the protocol and can is redeemable for USDC.

**Step 4: Approve USDC Spending**

Before depositing, you need to approve the transaction:

1. Click the **"Approve USDC"** button.

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2. A MetaMask notification will appear in the top-right corner. Click **"Confirm"** to proceed.

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3. Wait for the approval process to complete. You will see a confirmation message once it is done.

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**Step 5: Deposit USDC**

Once the approval is successful, follow these steps:

1. Click the **"Deposit"** button to initiate the investment.

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2. A MetaMask notification will pop up. Confirm the transaction and wait for it to be processed.

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**Step 6: Confirm the Deposit**

After the deposit is completed:

1. Click on **"Add GWHF to Wallet"** to import the token into MetaMask.

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2. In the MetaMask notification, click **"Add Token"** to finalize the process.

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**Step 7: Verify Your Investment**

1. Open your MetaMask wallet and navigate to the assets section.
2. You should now see your **GWHF** tokens reflected in your balance.

Congratulations! You have successfully invested in Growi.HF!
