How to Buy LUSTE Tokens
This guide walks you through purchasing LUSTE tokens step by step.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, you'll need:
- ✅ A Web3 wallet (MetaMask recommended)
- ✅ ETH on Base network (for gas fees)
- ✅ USDC or ETH to swap for LUSTE
Step 1: Set Up MetaMask
If you don't have MetaMask:
- Visit metamask.io
- Download the browser extension or mobile app
- Create a new wallet and securely store your seed phrase
Protect Your Seed Phrase
Never share your seed phrase with anyone. LusterCMS will never ask for it.
Step 2: Add Base Network
Add the Base network to MetaMask:
- Open MetaMask
- Click the network dropdown (top)
- Click Add Network
- Select Base from the list (or add manually):
| Setting | Value |
|---|---|
| Network Name | Base |
| RPC URL | https://mainnet.base.org |
| Chain ID | 8453 |
| Currency Symbol | ETH |
| Block Explorer | https://basescan.org |
Step 3: Get ETH on Base
You need a small amount of ETH on Base for gas fees (~$0.50 worth is plenty).
Option A: Bridge from Ethereum
- Visit Superbridge
- Connect your wallet
- Select amount to bridge
- Confirm the transaction
Option B: Buy directly on Coinbase
- Buy ETH on Coinbase
- Withdraw to your wallet on Base network
Step 4: Add LUSTE Token to MetaMask
To see your LUSTE balance:
- Open MetaMask on Base network
- Click Import tokens
- Enter the contract address:
0xF320d3e7A4841F4a3052316bf04dB5B84C5b25C2
- Token symbol and decimals will auto-fill
- Click Add Custom Token
Step 5: Purchase LUSTE
Option A: Decentralized Exchanges (DEX)
LUSTE will be available on:
- Uniswap (Base)
- Aerodrome (Base)
Steps:
- Visit the DEX
- Connect your wallet
- Select LUSTE as the output token
- Enter amount to swap
- Confirm the transaction
Option B: Direct Purchase (Coming Soon)
We're working on direct purchase options through the LusterCMS dashboard.
Step 6: Verify Your Purchase
After the transaction confirms:
- Check your MetaMask balance
- View on BaseScan
- Your LUSTE tokens are ready to exchange for AI credits!
Exchange for AI Credits
Once you have LUSTE:
- Log in to LusterCMS
- Go to AI Credits in settings
- Click Exchange LUSTE Tokens
- Connect your wallet
- Enter amount to exchange
- Confirm the transaction
See Exchange for Credits for detailed instructions.
Fees
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Gas (Base network) | ~$0.01 per transaction |
| DEX swap fee | ~0.3% (varies by DEX) |
| Bridge exchange fee | None |
Troubleshooting
"Insufficient funds for gas"
You need ETH on Base for gas. Bridge some ETH first.
"Token not showing in wallet"
Make sure you:
- Are on Base network
- Added the correct token address
- Refreshed your wallet
"Transaction pending for a long time"
Base transactions usually confirm in seconds. If stuck:
- Check BaseScan for status
- Try increasing gas price
- Contact support if issues persist
Security Tips
- Verify contract addresses — Always double-check you're interacting with official contracts
- Start small — Test with a small amount first
- Use hardware wallets — For large amounts, consider a Ledger or Trezor
- Beware of scams — We will never DM you asking for tokens or seed phrases
Official Contract Addresses
| Contract | Address | Verified |
|---|---|---|
| LUSTE Token | 0xF320d3e7A4841F4a3052316bf04dB5B84C5b25C2 | ✅ |
| LusterBridge | 0x0E2557e51385f053ee1B1Ce29bc394F0E28752f8 | ✅ |
Need Help?
Contact us at hello@lustercms.com or check the FAQ.