How to Buy Bitcoin Safely: A Beginner Checklist
How to buy Bitcoin safely: a beginner checklist covering exchanges, fees, security, and common pitfalls.
In this guide
Choose a reputable exchange
Use a well-known exchange with strong security history and clear fee structure. Turn on 2FA immediately.
Understand fees and spreads
Fees come from trading fees and the spread between buy/sell. Small differences add up—especially for frequent trading.
Start small and verify
Do a small test transaction. Confirm addresses carefully. Don’t skip this step.
Decide how you’ll store it
Short-term: exchange custody can be okay. Long-term: consider learning self-custody and backups once you understand seed phrases.
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