# Deposit guide

In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of depositing assets and starting to restake using our smart contracts.

**Step 1: Landing Page**

First, visit the Mellow Protocol landing page and click on the "Explore" button to access the [Dapp](https://app.mellow.finance/vaults). Connect Ethereum wallet of your choice and consent with TOS.

**Step 2: Select Vault**

On the Dapp, you'll see a list of available Vaults. Choose the one that fits your risk profile and liquidity management strategy by considering factors like Vault curator, TVL, and more. Study carefully all the risks and liquidity constraints.

**Step 3: Vault Details**

After selecting a Vaults, click on it to view its details and deposit window. Here, you'll find information about the chosen Vaults, including parameters and the deposit interface.

**Step 4: Asset Selection**

In the deposit window, select the asset you want to deposit. This could be w(ETH) or (w)stETH, a stablecoin, or any other supported asset.

**Step 5: Deposit Amount**

Enter the amount you wish to deposit. You can click the "Max" button to set the maximum available value for deposit, based on your wallet balance.

**Step 6: Approval**

Review the deposit amount and click the "Approve" button. This will initiate the approval process for the maximum available tokens on your connected address.

**Step 7: Deposit Confirmation**

Once the approval is complete, the deposit button will change to "Deposit." Click this button to proceed with the deposit transaction.

**Step 8: Transaction Signing**

Using your connected wallet, sign the deposit transaction in the protocol.

**Step 9: LRT Token Allocation**

After the deposit is successful, you'll see the number of Vaults tokens allocated to you, along with their dollar equivalent on the Vaults page.

**Step 10: Earning Points**

As a Vault token holder, you'll begin earning points, which will be displayed in the interface. These points will be credited to you at a specified interval, such as daily or hourly.

Congratulations! You've successfully completed the deposit process and started restaking with Mellow Protocol. Keep an eye on your points and continue to grow your earnings.