> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://mintlify.com/p2pdotme/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Start Here

> Everything you need to buy, sell, or pay with stablecoins using P2P Protocol

This guide covers everything you need to buy, sell, or pay with stablecoins using P2P Protocol.

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  <Card title="Before You Start" icon="circle-info" href="/users/before-you-start">
    Requirements and safety checks before using the platform
  </Card>

  <Card title="Order Types" icon="list" href="/users/order-types">
    Learn about BUY, SELL, and PAY order types
  </Card>

  <Card title="How to Place an Order" icon="square-plus" href="/users/how-to-place-order">
    Step-by-step guide to placing your first order
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  <Card title="What to Do by Order Type" icon="clipboard-check" href="/users/what-to-do-by-order-type">
    Specific actions required for each order type
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  <Card title="Understanding Order States" icon="chart-line" href="/users/understanding-order-states">
    Track your order through different states
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  <Card title="Disputes and Evidence" icon="gavel" href="/users/disputes-evidence">
    How to handle disputes and submit evidence
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  <Card title="Troubleshooting" icon="wrench" href="/users/troubleshooting">
    Solutions to common issues
  </Card>

  <Card title="FAQ" icon="question" href="/users/faq">
    Frequently asked questions
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## Additional Resources

Also see:

* [For Merchants](/merchants/start-here) to understand counterparty actions
* [Whitepaper](/whitepaper/abstract) for protocol context