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# Settle Your Orders

Ensure you **settle orders for buyers** to complete the trade, receive your payment, and reclaim your collateral before the settlement deadline. 

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Be aware that **neglecting or intentionally ignoring to settle buyers' orders** will lead to consequences **after the deadline**.

**Once the settlement deadline has passed, buyers can claim compensation from your collateral. This means you risk losing your funds if you fail to settle in time.**
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### How to settle your orders 

**Step 1: Connect Your Wallet**

* Use the wallet you originally used to create the order or fill the order.
* Ensure the wallet has the required tokens ready for transfer

**Step 2: Select Orders in Dashboard**

* Go to your **Dashboard**.

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* Select the orders you want to settle

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**Step 3: Confirm and Approve Settlement**

* Double-check the total token amount required for settlement.
* Once you are sure of all the information, click on the confirmation box and click the **Settle** button.
* Approve the **smart contract request** in your connected wallet. This confirms the on-chain transfer to the buyer.

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**Step 4: Wait for Confirmation**

* Once the blockchain confirms the transaction, the order status will update to **Settled**.
* Your collateral will be released, and the buyer will receive the agreed tokens

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### FAQ

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<summary>Why do I need to settle my order?</summary>

Settling your Order is essential to complete the trade, receive your payment, and get your collateral back.

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<summary>How do I settle my order?</summary>

You can settle your orders by going to the Whales Pro Dashboard and selecting the orders you want to settle. Then, approve the smart contract request in your wallet to confirm the on-chain token transfer.

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<summary>What happens if I miss the settlement deadline?</summary>

If you miss the settlement deadline, your Order will become OVERDUE. The buyer can then cancel their Order and claim compensation directly from your collateral.

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