Price · USD
$62,862.00
▲1.26%
Market cap
$1.26T
24h volume
$19.52B
What is Bitcoin?
How to buy Bitcoin
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1
Pick a regulated exchange
Coinbase, Kraken, and Bitstamp are licensed in most major jurisdictions. River and Strike are Bitcoin-only alternatives.
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2
Verify your identity
Most exchanges require government ID and proof of address. Expect 5–60 minutes for verification.
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3
Fund your account
Bank transfer is cheapest; cards are fastest but carry 1.5–4% fees.
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4
Place your order
A market order fills instantly at the best available price. A limit order lets you set the price you'll pay.
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5
Withdraw to self-custody
Once you own more than you're comfortable losing on an exchange, move it to a hardware wallet.