Transfer FIL from MEXC to GLIF

If your FIL tokens are currently on an exchange and you are eager to utilize it to earn rewards, and depositing to GLIF, this guide will simplify the process for you.

This tutorial is specifically for transferring FIL from MEXC. Check this page for tutorials on other exchanges.

Contents

Step 1: Set up an intermediary wallet (optional)

Step 2: Send Filecoin from the exchange to the intermediary wallet

Step 3: Check FIL balance in your intermediary wallet

Step 4: Connect your main wallet to GLIF and Filecoin Mainnet

Step 5: Transfer Filecoin from the intermediary wallet to your main wallet

Step 6: Deposit your Filecoin with GLIF

Step 1: Set up an intermediary wallet (optional)

If the wallet you want to transfer FIL to has an address starting with f1:

• You can skip to Step 2 and Step 6 directly.

If the wallet you want to transfer FIL to has an address starting with f410 or 0x:

• You will need to use an intermediary wallet such as a FilSnap wallet, burner wallet, or Ledger. Check out the step-by-step guide for creating your intermediary wallet by clicking the link.
• This is because some exchanges, including MEXC, do not support transfer to f410 or 0x addresses. Check this page for more details.

Once done, your intermediary wallet's address, starting with f1, will be visible in the top right dropdown. Copy this address.

Step 2: Send Filecoin from the exchange to the intermediary wallet

1. Go to your centralized exchange, MEXC and locate FIL in your portfolio. Click “Withdraw”.
2. Select Network as “FIL”.
3. Enter the intermediary wallet address created in step 1. Make sure you have copied the address correctly.
4. Enter the amount you want to send.

Once the transaction is complete, your Filecoin balance will appear in the wallet.

Step 3: Check FIL balance in your intermediary wallet

1. Once the transaction is completed, you can verify your intermediary wallet balance by clicking the “Wallet” tab on the GLIF website.

2. Check your FIL balance in the “Account” tab and view transaction details in the “Transaction” tab.

Step 4: Connect your main wallet to GLIF and Filecoin Mainnet

1. Connect to the main wallet you want to transfer FIL to.
2. Copy your account address (starting with '0x' or 'f410' address).

For detailed instructions on how to connect your wallet to the Filecoin Mainnet, check out this tutorial.

Step 5: Transfer Filecoin from the intermediary wallet to your main wallet

1. Once the Filecoin is in your intermediary wallet, connect to your intermediary wallet.
2. Click the top-right dropdown in GLIF and choose “Send FIL”.

3. Paste your main wallet address copied in step 4, into the recipient field in GLIF and specify the amount to send.

4. Then hit “Send”.

After a few moments, your Filecoin balance will appear in your main wallet!

Step 6: Deposit your Filecoin with GLIF

Now, you can deposit your tokens directly from your main wallet to GLIF and start earning rewards! Check the step-by-step guide in this tutorial for detailed deposit instructions.

Conclusion

By following this step-by-step guide, you can successfully transfer FIL from your exchange to GLIF! Remember to always double-check addresses and transaction details to ensure the accuracy and security of your funds.

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