> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.ecrop.de/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Quick Start Guides Our Quick Start Guides offer you a quick and easy introduction to the various use cases of the `ecrop` platform. They contain step-by-step instructions, code examples, best practices, and many other useful pieces of information. ## Quick Start Guide: Issuing a Crypto Security **Objective:** This guide provides practical instructions for issuing a crypto security using the `ecrop` platform and is aimed at issuers and their advisors. It describes the issuance process step by step and provides guidance on legal and regulatory compliance. **Prerequisites:** * Registered and verified `ecrop` account. * Complete issuance documentation, including prospectus that meets the requirements of Prospectus Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 and the Securities Prospectus Act (WpPG). * Access to a wallet compatible with the `ecrop` platform. **Steps:** 1. **Create Issuance Application:** Log into your `ecrop` account and navigate to the "Issuance" section. Create a new issuance application and enter all required information, such as issuance volume, security type, ISIN, and issuance terms. 2. **Upload Documents:** Upload the complete issuance documentation, including the securities prospectus. Ensure all documents comply with regulatory requirements. 3. **KYC/AML Verification:** The issuer and all beneficial owners must undergo the KYC/AML verification process. This typically happens automatically through our partner PostIdent. 4. **Sign Transaction:** Once all documents are verified and the KYC/AML process is complete, sign the transaction with your private key. This authorizes the issuance of the crypto security. 5. **Tokenization and Registration:** `ecrop` tokenizes the security and registers it in the crypto securities register. You receive confirmation of successful issuance and the associated transaction ID. * **Best Practices:** * Ensure your issuance documentation is complete and current. (Documentation must be reviewed by `ecrop` in advance). * Carefully review the issuance terms before signing the transaction. * Keep your private key secure and never share it with third parties. * **Troubleshooting:** * If problems occur during issuance, contact our support. ## Quick Start Guide: Custody of Crypto Assets in Cold Storage **Objective:** This guide walks you through the custody of crypto assets in cold storage with `ecrop`. **Prerequisites:** * Registered and verified `ecrop` account. * Compatible wallet **Steps:** 1. **Create or Link Wallet:** Create a new wallet on the `ecrop` platform or link an existing compatible wallet. 2. **Generate Deposit Address:** Generate a unique deposit address for the desired cryptocurrency. 3. **Deposit Crypto Assets:** Transfer your crypto assets from your external wallet to the generated deposit address. 4. **Custody in Cold Storage:** `ecrop` securely stores your crypto assets in cold storage. Your Private Keys are stored offline in `HSMs`. **Security Notes:** * Keep your access credentials for the `ecrop` portal and your wallet secure. * Never share your Private Keys with third parties. * Activate Two-Factor Authentication (`2FA`) for your `ecrop` account. **Troubleshooting:** * If problems occur during deposit or custody, contact our support. ## Quick Start Guide: Staking Crypto Assets with `ecrop` **Objective:** This guide shows you how to earn additional returns through staking with `ecrop`. **Prerequisites:** * Registered and verified `ecrop` account. * Deposited crypto assets (e.g., `ETH`) in your `ecrop` wallet. **Steps:** 1. **Activate Staking:** Navigate to the "Staking" section in the `ecrop` portal and select the desired cryptocurrency and amount you want to stake. 2. **Confirm Staking:** Confirm the staking agreement and authorize the transaction with your private key. 3. **Receive Rewards:** `ecrop` stakes your crypto assets and regularly distributes the earned rewards to you. **Important Notes:** * Staking crypto assets involves risks, such as price fluctuations or slashing events. Learn about the risks and opportunities of staking beforehand. (Link to further information about staking) {/* MINTLIFY: A link to further information should be inserted here */} * The amount of staking rewards can vary and is not guaranteed. **Troubleshooting:** * If problems occur during staking, contact our support. ## Quick Start Guide: Managing Crypto Shares with `ecrop` **Objective:** This guide shows you how to issue, manage, and transfer crypto shares using the `ecrop` platform. **Prerequisites:** * Registered and verified `ecrop` account. * Articles of association of the corporation that provides for the issuance of crypto shares. **Steps:** 1. **Issue Crypto Shares:** Create an issuance application on the `ecrop` platform and enter all required information, such as the number of shares, share class, and issuance terms. 2. **Register Shares:** After approval by `ecrop`, the crypto shares are registered in the crypto securities register and tokenized. 3. **Manage Shares:** Manage your crypto shares through the `ecrop` portal. You have constant insight into your holdings and can transfer shares between wallets. 4. **Execute Corporate Actions:** `ecrop` supports the processing of corporate actions, such as dividend payments or stock splits. 5. **Reporting and Compliance:** Create reports for shareholders and supervisory authorities and ensure compliance with all relevant compliance requirements. **Legal Notes:** * The issuance and trading of crypto shares are subject to applicable legal provisions. Learn about the legal framework in advance. **Best Practices:** * Ensure your articles of association provide for the issuance of crypto shares. * Use a secure wallet for the custody of your crypto shares. * Adhere to applicable security guidelines. **Troubleshooting:** * If problems occur during the issuance, management, or transfer of crypto shares, contact our support. (Link to support portal) {/* MINTLIFY: A link to the support portal should be inserted here */} ## Quick Start Guide: Compliance Setup with `ecrop` **Objective:** This guide supports you in configuring the `ecrop` platform for compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, particularly in the areas of KYC/AML and reporting. **Prerequisites:** * Registered and verified `ecrop` account. * Knowledge of relevant regulatory requirements for your company. **Steps:** 1. **KYC/AML Configuration:** * Navigate to the "Compliance" section in the `ecrop` portal. * Select the KYC/AML requirements relevant to your company. (e.g., customer risk classification, sanctions list screening, EDD) * Configure the corresponding parameters and thresholds. * Note: The exact configuration of KYC/AML requirements depends on your specific situation and applicable regulations. If in doubt, contact our support or a legal advisor. 2. **Reporting Configuration:** * Select the reporting requirements relevant to your company. (e.g., transaction reports to BaFin, holdings reports) * Configure the corresponding parameters and formats. * Note: The exact configuration of reporting requirements depends on your specific situation and applicable regulations. If in doubt, contact our support or a legal advisor. 3. **Implement Processes and Controls:** * Implement the required processes and controls to ensure compliance with the configured KYC/AML and reporting requirements. * Example: Create a process for regular review of customer data and updating risk classification. 4. **Compliance Review:** * Conduct regular compliance reviews to ensure your configuration meets current requirements. * Use our checklist as a starting point for compliance review to consider all relevant aspects. **Checklist for Compliance Review:** (This checklist serves only as an example and should be adapted to individual needs and applicable regulations.) * Are all relevant KYC/AML requirements configured? * Are all relevant reporting requirements configured? * Are the required processes and controls implemented? * Are processes and controls regularly reviewed and documented? * Are all employees involved in money laundering-relevant activities adequately trained? * Are suspicious transactions reported according to internal guidelines?