Making your first crypto trade can feel overwhelming β but it doesnβt have to be. This step-by-step guide will walk you through it from start to finish:
Pick a trusted platform like Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, KuCoin or OKX. Make sure itβs available in your country and supports the coinβΉοΈ you want to buy. Take a look our Crypto Exchange Setup Guide for more information on choosing the right exchangeβΉοΈ for your needs.
Sign up using your email and follow the KYCβΉοΈ (Know Your Customer) process. Youβll typically need to upload a valid photo ID.
Most exchanges allow you to deposit using a bank transfer, credit/debit card, or crypto. Start with a small amount in USD, EUR, or your local currency.
Want to buy ETH with USD? Search for the ETH/USD pair.
Want to trade BTC for USDT? Search for BTC/USDT.
Each pair shows the currency youβre buying and the one youβre spending.
Youβll typically have two options:
Market Order β Executes immediately at the best available price.
Limit Order β You set the price, and the order fills when the market reaches it.
Review your order details and confirm. The crypto should appear in your account shortly after execution.
For added safety, consider moving your crypto to a private walletβΉοΈ (hardware or software) that you control.
Take a look at the rest of the guides in our Getting Started series:
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β οΈ Risk Warning: Crypto trading is risky. Never invest more than you can afford to lose. Always do your own research.