How to buy crypto in the U.S.

The first step toward utilizing our award-winning ecosystem of crypto products and services is to create an account and get verified. Not only will this help ensure that funds and information remain secure, but it increases the number of payment methods and tools available across our product suite.

While you can absolutely start by browsing digital assets, taking the time to link a preferred payment method can help avoid future urgency should an opportunity present itself.

3. Choose the preferred payment method and click Add button. We'll use credit/debit card in our example.

5. Enter card information and click Add Card.

To enable or pair additional payment methods, such as Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal, revisit and complete this process to expand your choices across our ecosystem. This will help ensure greater value mobility, and allow for quicker reaction times to advantageous price movements.

Let’s take the next step on your crypto journey and purchase a digital asset:

2. From here, you can choose to buy a variety of cryptocurrencies in bundled allotments or customizable amounts.

3. Choose from one of the pre-packaged totals or enter your own into the spaces provided. Once you’re satisfied with the amounts, click Buy.

4. Next you’ll have the opportunity to choose a preferred payment method. Click Buy to confirm the asset and the amount you’d like to purchase.

5. Then, in the pop-up window that appears, choose a preferred payment method.

4. After carefully double checking your card information and transaction details, confirm your purchase.

You’ll now be able to access your crypto from both a web browser and the CEX.IO App, which is available for both iOS and Android users.

In addition to Instant Buy, U.S.-based users can elect to purchase crypto using CEX.IO Wallet through a preferred web browser:

1. Navigate to the Products dropdown menu on the CEX.IO homepage, and locate Wallet in the center column.

2. Next, you’ll see all our current listings that are available in your jurisdiction. To purchase crypto on this page, click Add Funds across from the asset of your choice.

3. From here, confirm your selected crypto, and choose a payment method. All linked or potentially linkable payment methods will appear in the popup menu.

4. Next, enter the amount of the asset you wish to purchase, and click the button to complete your transaction.

From here, your crypto will appear in your CEX.IO Wallet, and be accessible across our product ecosystem. You can repeat this process to purchase any digital asset we have listed that’s also available in your jurisdiction.

In turn, Wallet can also be utilized to Convert digital and fiat currencies, as well as Withdraw funds to eligible accounts depending on the regulatory climate in your region.

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The web content provided by CEX.IO is for educational purposes only. The information and tools provided neither are, nor should be construed as, an offer, or a solicitation of an offer, or a recommendation, to buy, sell or hold any digital asset or to open a particular account or engage in any specific investment strategy. Digital asset markets are highly volatile and can lead to loss of funds.

The availability of the products, features, and services on the CEX.IO platform is subject to jurisdictional limitations. To understand what products and services are available in your region, please see our list of supported countries and territories. This page includes additional links to information about individual products, and their accessibility.

CEX.IO Corp. is not a registered broker-dealer or FINRA member. Crypto is not insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC).

Taxes may be payable on any return and/or on any increase in the value of your digital assets and you should seek independent advice on your tax obligations.