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

# Folks Finance Algorand app documentation

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Folks Finance is a non-custodial DeFi protocol providing tools for digital assets. Smart-contract technology empowers Folks Finance to offer advanced strategies while eliminating risks of centralized interference. Users can deposit assets to **earn** yield, as well as use their deposits as collateral for **loans**. Integration of the **Folks Router DEX aggregator** enables native swaps on the protocol and composability with the other operations. **Flash loans** give developers the keys to deep liquidity. **Algo Liquid Staking** provide the most efficient method of participating in the **Algorand staking** through xALGO whose use cases continue to expand rapidly.

#### First time interacting with Folks Finance?

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[Get started](/introduction/get-started.md)
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#### Need a step-by-step guide to operating Folks Finance?

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[Functionalities](/functionalities/deposit.md)
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#### Interested in studying the dynamics and mathematical design of the protocol?

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[Architecture](/architecture/parameters.md)
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