> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.on.nexus/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.on.nexus/frequently-asked-questions-faq/3.-settlement-and-channel-management.md).

# 3. Settlement & Channel Management

**Q: Will the system alert me if my trading account runs out of funds? I'm worried my trades will fail if I forget to top up.**

**A:** You don't need to worry about forgetting to top up at all. Our system features a handy "auto-deduction" function. Whenever your trading account needs to cover fees, the system will automatically deduct the required amount from your connected main wallet. Simply put: **As long as your main wallet has sufficient funds, your trades and services will never be interrupted.** You do not need to constantly check your balance or manually add funds.

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**Q: Do the market-making fees earned go to the L1 (on-chain) wallet or the FEA?**

**A:** The settlement route for earned fees depends entirely on how the trade is executed:

1. **Trades routed via FEA:** If the trade is executed through the FEA (Fast Execution Account), the fees go directly into your FEA. This process is fully off-chain, ensuring maximum capital efficiency.
2. **Trades routed via L1 (On-chain):** Your earnings will first be deposited into the platform fee settlement account and then transferred to your on-chain wallet after final settlement. *(Note: We now exclusively use the FEA infrastructure to manage and collect all system service fees.)*