> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.bscs.finance/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.bscs.finance/how-to-participate-in-an-ido.md).

# How to participate in an IDO

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Visit <https://www.bscs.finance/Ido> to find out more about active and upcoming IDOs. To join a BSCS IDO, user needs to follow these three key steps:

* Buy BSCS Tokens from supported exchanges to match your desired tier.
* Stake BSCS Tokens to secure your allocation in the IDO.
* Join the IDO and commit funds during the allocation rounds to participate.