Getting Started with SolGather
Welcome to SolGather! This documentation will guide you through everything you need to know to start earning with our automated MEV sniper.
What is SolGather?
SolGather is an AI-powered automated trading bot that snipes MEV opportunities on the Solana blockchain. It executes trades in milliseconds, 24/7, without any manual intervention.
Key Features
Requirements
- Telegram account (for bot access)
- Solana wallet (Phantom, Magic Eden, or similar)
- Minimum 2 SOL deposit to get started
- Internet connection for 24/7 trading
Setup Guide
Follow these steps to get SolGather up and running in minutes.
Step 1: Join Telegram
Click "Start" to begin the onboarding process.
Step 2: Verify Identity
Complete a quick KYC verification (Name, Email, Wallet Address). This takes about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Connect Your Wallet
Follow the Telegram prompts to link your Solana wallet. Your private keys are never stored on our servers.
Step 4: Make Your First Deposit
Send 2+ SOL to your unique deposit address. Funds appear in your account within 2-3 blocks (~5 seconds).
Step 5: Configure Settings
Set your risk level, snipe frequency, and profit targets. Defaults work great for beginners!
Step 6: Let It Trade
Your bot starts snipping MEV opportunities automatically. Monitor progress in the live dashboard.
Connecting Your Wallet
SolGather supports all major Solana wallets through a secure connection protocol.
Supported Wallets
- Phantom - Most popular, recommended
- Magic Eden - Full support
- Ledger - Hardware wallet compatible
- Slope - Legacy support
- Sollet - Web wallet support
Security Best Practices
- Never share your seed phrase with anyone
- Always verify URLs before connecting (t.me/solgatherbot)
- Use hardware wallets for maximum security
- Enable 2FA on your Telegram account
- Keep your devices updated and patched
Connection Steps
- Open the Telegram bot and select "Connect Wallet"
- Choose your wallet provider from the list
- Approve the connection request in your wallet
- Confirm the wallet address shown in Telegram
- You're connected! Start trading
Deposits & Withdrawals
How to Deposit
- Open the SolGather bot on Telegram
- Tap "Deposit SOL"
- You'll receive a unique Solana address
- Send SOL from your wallet to this address
- Funds confirm in 2-3 blocks (~5 seconds)
Maximum Deposit: Unlimited
Deposit Fee: None
How to Withdraw
- Open SolGather bot → "Withdraw"
- Enter the amount you want to withdraw
- Confirm your withdrawal address
- SOL transfers within 30 seconds
- Arrive in your wallet within 2-3 blocks
Processing Time: Instant
Min Withdrawal: 0.5 SOL
Deposit Safety
- All funds are held in secure multi-sig wallets
- Insurance coverage for up to $1M per user
- Regular security audits by leading firms
- Transparent on-chain transactions
Settings & Configuration
Risk Levels
- Conservative: Lower risk, stable returns (~0.2%-0.5% daily)
- Moderate: Balanced approach (~0.5%-1% daily)
- Aggressive: Higher risk, higher rewards (~1%-3% daily)
Snipe Settings
- Minimum Profit: Only execute trades with >1% profit
- Gas Slippage: Max 5% price movement allowed
- Trading Pairs: Enable/disable specific token pairs
- Daily Limits: Cap maximum snipes per day
Display Settings
- Dashboard Language (EN, ES, FR, more coming)
- Time Zone for trade timestamps
- Currency display (SOL, USD, EUR)
- Notifications (Email, Telegram, Push)
Advanced Trading Guide
How the Algorithm Works
SolGather uses machine learning to identify arbitrage opportunities across Solana's liquidity pools:
- Monitors 312,000+ pools in real-time
- Analyzes price discrepancies
- Calculates profit potential
- Executes trades via Jito validators
- Completes in 2.4 seconds average
Understanding Returns
Gross Trade Profit - Gas Fees - SolGather Fee (2%) = Your Net Profit
Example: $100 profit → $2 gas → -$1.96 fee = $96.04 net gain
Risk Management
- Position sizing based on your deposits
- Automatic stop-losses on losing trades
- Daily profit caps to limit over-trading
- Circuit breakers during market volatility
API Reference
Advanced users can integrate SolGather with their own trading systems via our REST API.
Getting API Keys
- Open SolGather bot → Settings → Developers
- Click "Generate API Key"
- Copy your API key and secret (save securely)
- Use in your applications with authentication
Base URL
Example: Get Account Balance
Response
Common Endpoints
GET /account/balance- Get current balanceGET /trades/history- Get trade historyPOST /trades/execute- Manual trade executionGET /settings- Get current settingsPOST /settings/update- Update settingsGET /analytics- Performance analytics
Full API documentation: docs.api.solgather.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Support & Contact
Have questions or need help? We're here for you!
Support Channels
- Telegram Community: @solgatherbot - Real-time support
- Email Support: support@solgather.com - Response within 24 hours
- Discord: discord.gg/solgather - Community & announcements
- Twitter: @SolGatherbot - Updates & news
Common Issues
Bot Not Trading
- Check your balance (min 2 SOL required)
- Verify wallet is connected
- Restart the Telegram bot (/restart)
- Check that settings are configured
Slow Execution
- Network congestion may slow execution
- Consider changing gas settings
- Use Jito bundle settings for priority
Withdrawal Failed
- Verify wallet address is correct
- Ensure withdrawal amount > 0.5 SOL
- Check that balance covers fee (0.1 SOL)
- Contact support if issue persists
Report a Bug
Found an issue? Email us at bugs@solgather.com with:
- Description of the problem
- Steps to reproduce
- Your user ID
- Screenshots if applicable