OpenSpender Client Agent Wallet Setup (Onboarding)

OpenSpender Client Agent Wallet Setup (Onboarding)

1. 01

   Create a self-custodial wallet on Base

   In the OpenSpender dashboard, navigate to the wallet creation screen. Choose Base network and generate a new wallet address. Fund it with USDC, as all agent payments settle in this stablecoin.

2. 02

   Configure the first client agent via MCP

   Access the MCP configuration panel in OpenSpender. Connect your client's AI agent by adding the MCP server endpoint. This establishes the secure channel for the agent to request payments.

3. 03

   Set per-request, daily, and total spending caps

   In the allowance token settings, define the spending limits for the agent. For example, set a per-request cap of $0.50, a daily cap of $20, and a total cap of $500. These caps are enforced by OpenSpender's smart contract.

4. 04

   Route requests to provider endpoints

   In the routing configuration, select the required providers (e.g., Anthropic, OpenAI, Gemini) and map them to the agent's requests. OpenSpender supports over 15,000 x402 endpoints, so you can also add custom endpoints if needed.

5. 05

   Test the integration with a low-value request

   Use the test mode in OpenSpender to send a sample request with a minimal spend (e.g., $0.01). Verify that the agent can call the API, the wallet settles the payment, and the spending caps are correctly applied.

6. 06

   Document the client's wallet custody responsibilities

   Provide the client with clear instructions on managing their self-custodial wallet. Emphasize that they retain full control of their USDC and can revoke agent access at any time via the OpenSpender dashboard.

7. 07

   Set up alerts for spending thresholds

   In the alert settings, configure notifications when the agent reaches 80% of the daily or total cap. This proactive monitoring helps avoid unexpected overages and builds client trust.

8. 08

   Deliver the agent to the client with a usage report

   After successful testing, hand over the agent credentials and a summary of the configured caps and endpoints. Include a brief on how to monitor spending in the OpenSpender dashboard.