# Onboarding To trade on Backpack Exchange you will need to create an account, complete identity verification and deposit funds (via fiat onramp or crypto deposit). *** ### Create an account and complete identity verification Visit [backpack.exchange](https://backpack.exchange/) and register a new account. After verifying your email, complete the KYC (Know Your Customer) identity verification process. See detailed instructions: * [Verify Individual Account Identity](https://support.backpack.exchange/articles/verify-individual-account-identity-backpack-exchange) * [Verify Institutional and Business Account Identity](https://support.backpack.exchange/articles/verify-institutional-and-business-account-identity) *** ### Deposit fiat or crypto funds Once the KYC process is completed you can fund your wallet via our fiat onramp (bank transfer, credit/debit card) or direct crypto deposits. Access both options by opening the Deposit menu. * [Deposit crypto using Backpack Wallet](https://support.backpack.exchange/articles/deposit-crypto-on-backpack-exchange-wallet-via-backpack-wallet-browser) *** ### Start trading on Backpack Exchange Spot market, Spot margin, Perpetual futures and Safe are all available to Backpack users. See our [Backpack Help center](https://support.backpack.exchange/) for detailed instructions and additional product information. * Contact Customer Support in [Discord](https://discord.gg/backpack) or by email: