# Deposit in a MetaVault



A MetaVault puts your assets into a managed Spectra strategy. Choose a vault,
enter an amount and deposit.

## Deposit [#deposit]

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Open 

    **MetaVaults**

     in the Spectra app and choose a vault.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Review its strategy, curator, fees, performance information and withdrawal timing.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Enter an amount and select 

    **Deposit**

    .
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Confirm the transaction in your wallet.
  </Step>
</Steps>

That is all you need to do. Your deposit is included in the next settlement,
and the app updates your MetaVault position automatically.

<Callout type="info">
  You can close the app after depositing. No extra action is required.
</Callout>

## Withdraw [#withdraw]

<Steps>
  <Step>
    Open your MetaVault position and choose 

    **Withdraw**

    .
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Choose an amount and confirm the transaction in your wallet.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Wait for the withdrawal to be processed at a settlement.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Return to your position, select 

    **Claim**

    , and confirm in your wallet to receive your assets.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Before you deposit [#before-you-deposit]

* Check which assets and pools the strategy can use.
* Review the vault's fees.
* Check when the next settlement is expected.
* Do not use funds you may need before the next settlement.
* Review asset, pool, curator, smart-contract and network risks.

<Callout type="warn">
  Displayed performance is not a guaranteed future return.
</Callout>