Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about CounterTrader
Getting Started
How do I start using CounterTrader?
Simply add the bot to Telegram by clicking "Add to Telegram" on our homepage, or search for @countertrader_io_bot. Send /start to begin, then use /connect to link your wallet.
Do I need to connect a wallet?
You can create listings without connecting a wallet, but connecting allows you to browse your inventory, use quick-sell features, and access premium bulk operations.
Is CounterTrader free?
Yes! Basic trading features are completely free. Premium features like bulk listing require holding the COUNTERTRADR token.
Trading
How do I create a listing?
Use /wts for sell listings or /wtb for buy listings. Example: /wts RAREPEPE 1 500 creates a listing to sell 1 RAREPEPE for $500 USD.
What currencies can I use?
You can price listings in USD or BTC. The bot will display both values for transparency. Example: /wts PEPECASH 100 0.001BTC
How long do listings stay active?
Listings remain active for 30 days by default. You'll receive a notification before expiration to renew if needed.
How do I find buyers/sellers?
Use /listings to browse all active listings, /orderbook [ASSET] to see the orderbook for a specific asset, or /match to find trades matching your inventory.
Does CounterTrader handle escrow?
CounterTrader facilitates OTC trading by connecting buyers and sellers. For escrow services, we recommend using CounterTools escrow for Counterparty asset trades.
Premium
Technical
How do I connect my wallet?
Use /connect and follow the prompts. You'll need to sign a message with your wallet to prove ownership. We support Bitcoin addresses that hold Counterparty assets.
Can I connect multiple wallets?
Yes! You can connect multiple addresses. When creating listings or using bulk operations, you can specify which address to use or operate on all addresses at once.
Where does floor price data come from?
Floor prices are sourced from CounterTools, which aggregates listings from various marketplaces. We also factor in our own OTC listings for accurate pricing.
What are flagged assets in bulklist?
Assets are flagged when the floor price is significantly below the last sale price (default: 20% threshold). This protects you from listing at unusually low prices. You can adjust this threshold in /settings.
Still have questions?
Join our community chat or reach out directly through the bot.