Fragment is the official marketplace of Telegram, supported by the TON Blockchain, where usernames and virtual phone numbers can be securely and anonymously bought, sold, and auctioned. This platform provides users with novel profit opportunities, allowing them to trade usernames on Messenger and conduct phone number transactions on the platform.

In November 2022, the Fragment platform was launched, allowing users to privately view registered accounts (usernames) and phone numbers in Telegram. This platform was created by the Telegram team and developed by a group of independent programmers. Under pressure from U.S. regulators, Telegram had to abandon some projects, but the independent developer team decided to use these resources to promote project development, ultimately giving rise to the Messenger-based crypto project TON.

Trading through Fragment requires the use of TON cryptocurrency to handle fragments, so users need to prepare a cryptocurrency wallet to complete buying and selling operations. This platform stores all important information regarding account or phone number ownership.

The first step to using Fragment is to log in to the platform. Unauthorized users can view the auctions that have been placed but cannot participate; an account must be created to complete transactions. After creating an account, all transaction and auction information will be displayed on the platform.

**Step 1 - Authorization and Wallet Connection**

Authorization can be done through the Telegram account. Click on "Connect Telegram" in the upper right corner, and Telegram will receive a login confirmation message sent by the platform. Connecting a cryptocurrency wallet is also essential; select "Connect TON" in the upper right corner. The platform offers convenient options, including the Telegram cryptocurrency wallet.

After meeting the required conditions, Fragment will inform the wallet that it is connected.

**Step 2 - Select Category**

There are two categories on the Fragment platform: usernames and phone numbers. Users can enter the desired username in the search box and view the corresponding auction or purchase listings. Display options can be customized according to needs, such as only showing auctions that are currently live or adjusting the order of results from low to high price or vice versa.

Each username card displays transaction details, including the countdown to the end of the auction and the cost of participating in the auction steps. For example, the image below shows the sales card for the Telegram username @saint. As of the time of writing this comment, its highest bid is 20,500 Toncoin (approximately $108,035). The step cost to participate in the auction is 1,025 Toncoin (5%). There are 2 days and 7 hours left until the auction ends.

In the "My Username" section of the personal account menu, you can list your registered Telegram username for sale. After clicking this section, Fragment will display the variants available for sale.

To start an auction with a username, click "Initiate Auction."

The system may require you to start the @fragment bot in Telegram. You can enter its name in the Messenger search bar and then click the "Start" button. This bot is used to confirm many details and send transaction notifications. The classification of phone numbers also applies the same principles.

**Step 3 - Execute Operation**

After completing the authorization and binding of the cryptocurrency wallet, users can perform operations of interest, such as selling the username registered in Telegram. The system uses a specific cryptocurrency wallet to settle transactions.

**How to Earn Returns in Fragment**

- Registering and selling usernames: Unique accounts are often sold for tens of thousands of dollars.
- Reselling Username: Users can purchase accounts at a low price for future resale.
- Selling or reselling phone numbers: Follow the same principles as username operations.

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