Skip to main contentThis quickstart guide provides a streamlined process for developers to begin integrating with the Rails Trading platform.
Step 1: Register for a Rails Account
Visit trade.rails.xyz/sign-up to register your account in the Production environment. Select Business as your account type to enable API access. Upon successful verification, your account will be activated.
For development and testing, a Sandbox environment is available. Refer to the Environments guide for more information.
Step 2: Deposit USDT
Rails utilizes USDT on Ink (Kraken Layer 2) as trading collateral. Deposit USDT to your account to begin. Detailed instructions are available in the Deposit & Withdraw guide.
Step 3: Generate API Key and Authenticate
Create an API key through the Rails user interface. Use this key to authenticate and obtain an access token for REST and WebSocket API requests. For further details, see the Authorization guide.
Step 4: Create Orders Programmatically
Once your account is funded and authenticated, you can create orders programmatically. Refer to the Order Creation guide for implementation examples and best practices.
Step 5: Monitor Order Lifecycle
Track the status and execution of your open orders. See the Open Orders guide for comprehensive monitoring instructions.
Additional Recommendations
- Review the Rate Limits guide to ensure uninterrupted API access.
- Explore WebSocket v2 for enhanced trading performance.
- For assistance, visit our Help Center or contact Support.
Ready to get started? Explore the API documentation and begin building with Rails. 
