Lazy OKX DCA - Automated Dollar Cost Averaging

Automated DCA strategy powered by OKX OnchainOS DEX API. Execute scheduled token purchases across 20+ chains with optimal routing through 500+ DEXs.

When to Use

Apply this skill when:

• Setting up automated token purchases (DCA) via OKX
• Finding optimal swap rates across OKX DEXs
• Monitoring token prices and execution history
• Managing portfolio accumulation strategies

Prerequisites

1. Install OKX OnchainOS Skills

npx skills add okx/onchainos-skills

2. Get OKX API Credentials

Visit OKX OnchainOS Developer Portal:

1. Connect your OKX Wallet
2. Navigate to API Key management
3. Create a new API Key
4. Save the following credentials:
   • OK-ACCESS-KEY (API Key)
   • OK-ACCESS-SECRET (Secret Key)
   • OK-ACCESS-PASSPHRASE (Passphrase)

3. Configure Environment Variables

Add credentials to your OpenClaw config:

Via openclaw.json (recommended):

Edit ~/.openclaw/openclaw.json:

{
  "skills": {
    "entries": {
      "lazy-okx-dca": {
        "env": {
          "OKX_API_KEY": "your-api-key",
          "OKX_SECRET_KEY": "your-secret-key",
          "OKX_PASSPHRASE": "your-passphrase",
          "WALLET_PRIVATE_KEY": "your-wallet-private-key"
        }
      }
    }
  }
}

Via .env file:

Create .env in project directory:

OKX_API_KEY=your-api-key
OKX_SECRET_KEY=your-secret-key
OKX_PASSPHRASE=your-passphrase
WALLET_PRIVATE_KEY=your-wallet-private-key

Via shell profile:

Add to ~/.zshrc or ~/.bashrc:

export OKX_API_KEY="your-api-key"
export OKX_SECRET_KEY="your-secret-key"
export OKX_PASSPHRASE="your-passphrase"
export WALLET_PRIVATE_KEY="your-wallet-private-key"

Run source ~/.zshrc to apply changes.

4. Verify Installation

Restart OpenClaw and test:

"What's the current price of ETH?"

OKX Capabilities

Feature	Description
Multi-chain	Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, Solana, Sui, TON, X-Layer, 20+ chains
DEX Aggregation	Routes across 500+ DEXs for optimal pricing
Best Price	Real-time comparison with smart order splitting
Low Slippage	Intelligent routing minimizes price impact

Supported Chains

Chain	Status	Popular Tokens
Ethereum	Supported	ETH, USDC, USDT
Polygon	Supported	MATIC, USDC
Arbitrum	Supported	ETH, USDC
Optimism	Supported	ETH, USDC
Solana	Supported	SOL, USDC
Base	Supported	ETH, USDC
X-Layer	Supported	OKB, USDC
Sui	Supported	SUI
TON	Supported	TON

See OKX OnchainOS Docs for full list.

Usage Patterns

Single Purchase

"Buy 100 USDC worth of ETH with 0.5% slippage"

Setup DCA Schedule

"Set up weekly DCA: buy 50 USDC of BTC every Monday at 10am"

Query Best Rate

"Show me the best rate for swapping 1 ETH to USDC across all DEXs"

View History

"Show my recent DCA transactions"

Environment Variables

Required

Variable	Description	Source
OKX_API_KEY	OKX API key	OKX OnchainOS
OKX_SECRET_KEY	OKX API secret	Same as above
OKX_PASSPHRASE	OKX API passphrase	Same as above
WALLET_PRIVATE_KEY	Wallet private key for signing	Your wallet export

Optional

Variable	Default	Description
DCA_DEFAULT_AMOUNT	100	Default DCA amount (USDC)
DCA_DEFAULT_TOKEN	ETH	Default purchase token
DCA_DEFAULT_SLIPPAGE	0.005	Default slippage (0.5%)
DCA_DEFAULT_CHAIN	eth	Default blockchain

Workflow

1. Receive DCA instruction
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2. Query OKX DEX API for optimal quote
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3. Display price estimate + slippage + fees
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4. Wait for user confirmation
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5. Construct transaction data
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6. Sign and broadcast (requires private key)
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7. Log transaction
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8. Wait for on-chain confirmation

Security Notes

1. Private key storage: Keys stored locally only, never uploaded
2. Test first: Use small amounts for initial testing (e.g., 1 USDC)
3. Slippage settings: Increase during high volatility to avoid failed transactions
4. Gas fees: Be aware of on-chain gas costs for small transactions
5. Dedicated wallet: Use a separate wallet for DCA operations

DCA Psychology Tips

1. Cost averaging: Buy less at highs, more at lows, lowering average cost
2. Emotional stability: No need to watch markets, avoid FOMO and panic selling
3. Long-term focus: Time in market beats timing the market
4. Automation: Discipline matters more than timing