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How to Buy Sky Dollar (USDS)

Sky (MakerDAO)Stablecoins

This guide walks you through buying Sky Dollar (USDS), a stablecoins asset on Sky (MakerDAO) currently earning 5.00% APY. Follow these 5 steps to start earning yield on your investment.

1

Set Up a Wallet

To invest in USDS, you need a compatible crypto wallet. We recommend MetaMask or Rabby for browser-based wallets, or Coinbase Wallet for mobile. Make sure your wallet supports one of the following chains: ethereum, base. Write down your seed phrase and store it securely -- never share it with anyone.

2

Get Stablecoins

USDS is typically purchased with USDC or USDT. You can buy stablecoins on any major exchange (Coinbase, Kraken, Binance) and send them to your wallet on ethereum. If you already have crypto, you can swap to USDC on a DEX like Uniswap or 1inch.

3

Complete KYC (If Required)

Good news: USDS on Sky (MakerDAO) does not require KYC verification. You can invest directly from your wallet without identity verification. Note that regulatory requirements may change, so check the protocol's current requirements before investing.

4

Connect to Protocol

Visit the Sky (MakerDAO) platform at https://sky.money and connect your wallet. Make sure you are on the correct network (ethereum). Review the terms and conditions carefully. Check that the URL is correct to avoid phishing sites -- always access the protocol through official links or bookmark the site.

5

Make Your Investment

Select USDS from the available products and enter the amount you want to invest. Review the current APY (5.00%), any fees, and redemption terms before confirming. Approve the stablecoin spend and confirm the transaction in your wallet. Your yield will start accruing immediately after the transaction confirms.

Ready to invest in USDS?

Start earning 5.00% APY on Sky (MakerDAO) today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDS?

Upgraded version of DAI by Sky (formerly MakerDAO). Over-collateralized stablecoin with yield-earning potential through the Sky Savings Rate.

What APY does USDS currently offer?

USDS currently offers 5.00% APY. The 7-day average APY is 4.95% and the 30-day average is 5.05%. Yields can fluctuate based on market conditions.

Is KYC required to buy USDS?

No, USDS does not currently require KYC verification. You can invest directly from your wallet.

What chains is USDS available on?

USDS is available on ethereum and base.

USDS Overview

Current APY
5.00%
TVL
$4.10B
Min Investment
None
KYC Required
No
Chains
ethereum, base
Risk Level
low risk
Audit Status
audited