> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.somnex.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.somnex.xyz/introduction.md).

# Introduction

Somnex, build on Somnia

## Introduction

**Somnex** is a Native, one-stop DeFi on Somnia: Swap Aggregator • Perpetuals • Liquidity Layer (V2/V3/Perp Pools) • Meme Launch.

**Somnia** is a high-performance, cost-efficient EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain capable of processing over 1,000,000 transactions per second (TPS) with sub-second finality. It is suitable for serving millions of users and building real-time mass-consumer applications like games, social applications, metaverses, and more, all fully on-chain.

## What you can do on Somnex

* Swap Aggregator — route across Somnex V2/V3, QuickSwap, Somnia Exchange for the best total price with smart routing and minimal gas/slippage.
* Perpetual Trading — trade 50+ markets with up to 50× leverage; market/limit/trigger orders; optional TP/SL.
* Liquidity Layer — provide liquidity via Perp Pools (SPLP), V3 ranges, or V2 AMMs.
* Meme Launch — launch a token with one click; bonding curve sale; auto-list on Somnex DEX.
* Referrals — tiered rebates/discounts for you and invited traders.

## Who this is for

* Traders seeking best-price swaps and deep-liquidity perps on one chain.
* LPs looking for flexible strategies (stable income, concentrated, volatile).
* Creators launching tokens with built-in distribution and listing.
* Builders integrating routing and liquidity from a native Somnia hub.

## Quick start

1. Open somnex.xyz and connect an EVM wallet.
2. Select SpotX to swap, Perp to trade perps, Earn to add liquidity, or Meme to launch/discover tokens.
3. Use the Referrals tab to create your code and share it.

<figure><img src="https://3995714086-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F9wN8oINqWLr2VeXx6b8Y%2Fuploads%2Fn6WdAoF0ScQHz0WOmy2V%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=30f285f4-71e0-4a6f-864a-5e8ae5950e9c" alt=""><figcaption><p>Perp Trading Screen</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://3995714086-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F9wN8oINqWLr2VeXx6b8Y%2Fuploads%2FFGM9a6QmLZxKGb4hTRBn%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=547ab929-bb21-45c1-9c87-7662c4e24fab" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>SpotX — Swap Aggregator</em></p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://3995714086-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F9wN8oINqWLr2VeXx6b8Y%2Fuploads%2Fuyd6yRcNLMetEcXTLC5C%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=5920d359-8c52-424b-9e0c-eec4130b91ea" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Meme Launchpad &#x26; Listings</em></p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://3995714086-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F9wN8oINqWLr2VeXx6b8Y%2Fuploads%2Froew74c1TfntAp5r6Nhw%2Fimage.png?alt=media&amp;token=48e014ef-3888-4eeb-97f4-dbcacf3f6e29" alt=""><figcaption><p><em>Earn — Add Liquidity</em></p></figcaption></figure>

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## Quick links

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[Background](/overview/background.md)
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[Terminology](/overview/terminology.md)
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## Get Started

We've put together some helpful guides for you to get setup with our product quickly and easily.

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[Security](/fundamentals/security.md)
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[Media Kits](/fundamentals/media-kits.md)
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