How to Buy Crypto

Start with Bitcoin. Choose the route that suits you.

Buy inside a wallet app, or use a European exchange.

Trust Wallet
Bitpanda

OPTION A

Trust Wallet

Buy Bitcoin in your own wallet.

CardApple Pay / Google Pay*

Wallet setup: a few minutes

Purchase and ID checks take additional time.

01

Install the official app

Download Trust Wallet from trustwallet.com for your phone.

02

Create and back up your wallet

Choose Create a new wallet. Write down your recovery phrase and keep it private and offline.

03

Choose Bitcoin

Select Bitcoin (BTC) on the Bitcoin network, tap Buy and enter the amount you want to spend.

04

Review and complete your purchase

Choose a provider and payment method. Check the total fees and complete any required identity check.

Your Bitcoin arrives after payment processing and network confirmation. The purchase is handled by the provider you select.

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OPTION B

Bitpanda

Buy Bitcoin with a verified account.

CardSEPA bank transfer*

Setup: usually under 10 minutes*

Funding and withdrawal checks take additional time.

01

Create your account

Register at bitpanda.com and confirm your email address.

02

Verify your identity

Prepare a valid ID and follow the verification steps. Your country and document must be supported.

03

Add euros

Choose card or SEPA from the available deposit methods. For a bank transfer, use the exact bank details and reference shown in your account.

04

Buy Bitcoin

Select Bitcoin (BTC), enter your amount and review the quote before confirming. Check when your balance is available to send.

SEPA Instant: usually minutes. Standard SEPA: 1–3 business days. Withdrawal holds can apply after a deposit.

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Deposit Help ↗

*Options depend on your country and provider. Setup estimates exclude payment processing, additional checks and Bitcoin delivery. Bitpanda’s setup estimate is its published typical time, not a guarantee.

Before you finish

Choose BTC

Select Bitcoin on the Bitcoin network.

Check the total

Review purchase fees and any later sending fee.

Keep access private

Never share recovery words or login codes.

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