# Testnet FAQ

This FAQ is specifically about our testnet launch. To learn more about the Arkadiko protocol itself, read the general FAQ.

**Is Arkadiko regtest open for everyone?**

Yes! Our open beta is running on [https://testnet.arkadiko.finance/](https://testnet.arkadiko.finance) where anyone can participate. The Arkadiko smart contracts are running on the Stacks testnet blockchain.

**How can I participate in the Arkadiko testnet?**

Participating is easy! There are just 2 small prerequisites:

* Install the Stacks Web Wallet <https://www.hiro.so/wallet/install-web> (supports Firefox and Chrome/Brave) and set the network to Testnet.

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* After that, you can start using the Arkadiko platform by connecting the wallet on [https://testnet.arkadiko.finance/](https://testnet.arkadiko.finance). You should request some STX tokens from the Testnet Faucet (on the Arkadiko Mint tab, see screenshot below). Refresh your page after a few minutes and they will appear on your balance.

**What can I do on Arkadiko testnet?**

Once you authenticate with Arkadiko through the Stacks Web Wallet, you will see a few menu items:

1. *Swap* - Trade your favorite tokens on Arkadiko Swap. Currently only DIKO/USDA, USDA/DIKO, STX/USDA and USDA/STX are supported.
2. *Mint* - Deposit STX tokens in a vault to mint USDA stablecoins
3. *Auctions* - Buy up collateral of liquidated vaults in auctions
4. *Stake* - Stake your DIKO tokens to get rewarded. You will receive stDIKO that can be used in Governance voting.
5. *Governance* - Vote on proposals. All protocol changes will run through a governance vote, e.g. to change risk parameters on Arkadiko collateral types
6. *Docs* - Links to this documentation :)
7. *Security* - Short info on our bug bounty program
8. *Your Address* - Click on this to see your pending & finished Arkadiko transactions

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**Can I use the Stacks explorer on the testnet network?**

Aye! You can see all transactions on the testnet network on <https://explorer.stacks.co/?chain=testnet>. Just select the correct network in the upper right corner (see screenshot).

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**Can I audit the balances of your smart contracts?**

Sure thing! We show the balances of the most important contracts here: <https://testnet.arkadiko.finance/balances>


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