# How to connect BloFin

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It is vital to use PrimeAutomation's official BloFin/Bitget affiliate link when using prime automation. This ensures we can manage your trades correctly.\
During connection you will be prompted for either a UID or to create a new BloFin account. \
If you don't have a BloFin account sign up using our link below.

<a href="https://partner.blofin.com/d/ChartPrime" class="button primary" data-icon="exclamation">PrimeAutomation BloFin Signup</a>
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### How to Connect Blofin

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### Navigate to Manage Exchanges

Go to the **Manage Exchanges** tab from the top menu.
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### Add a Nickname

Enter a **nickname** for the account (for your reference).
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### Paste API Credentials

Paste in your **API Key** and **API Secret**.
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### Verify Permissions

Ensure that:

* ✅ Trading permissions are **enabled**
* ❌ Withdrawal permissions are **disabled** *(for security)*
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![Trading Permissions](https://content.gitbook.com/content/AaRWzssbu64rZhFKlNnB/blobs/6x8N6f72YLO3YHxDrcnm/permissions%2071d7eca91675751932684898fbe4fe31.png)

*Enabling trading permissions on your preferred exchange*

> 🔐 **Your API credentials are encrypted** and stored securely. Bots can only open and close trades — never move or withdraw funds.

### Step by step video on how to connect

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### ⚠️ Exchange Account Note

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<summary>Read the exchange account note</summary>

If your exchange account **was not created via a PrimeAutomation affiliate link**, you may be prompted to re-sign up to ensure full integration compatibility.

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