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Disclaimer: This information should not be interpreted as an endorsement of cryptocurrency or any specific
provider, service or offering. It is not a recommendation to trade.
Which fiat and cryptocurrencies are supported?
Supported fiat currencies:
USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, MXN, HRK, CZK, DKK, CLP, BGN & 10+ more
Supported cryptocurrencies:
Approximately 73 cryptocurrencies
Supported cryptocurrencies include:
BTC
ETH
XRP
BCH
EOS
LTC
ADA
XLM
DASH
USDT
ALGO
SNX
WBTC
NKN
COMP
UST
BAND
OXT
OGN
CTSI
ETC
OMG
ZEC
ZRX
REP
MKR
DOGE
BAT
LRC
POLY
TRB
NU
CGLD
BAL
UMA
YFI
CRV
SUSHI
ORN
FIL
KNC
BNT
LINK
RLC
REQ
STORJ
ZEN
ENJ
REN
DNT
AAVE
AXS
SKL
GRT
1INCH
TRU
MIR
FORTH
SHIB
ICP
DAI
NMR
ATOM
UNI
XTZ
PAX
BSV
IOTX
ANKR
MATIC
QUICK
TRIBE
WLUNA
*Availability varies by location
Which payment methods are accepted?
For Hong Kong, the only service available is crypto-crypto trade. You cannot buy or sell using fiat currencies or HKD.
What’s it like to use Coinbase?
1. Buy and sell cryptocurrency
As Coinbase says, buy and sell cryptocurrency.
2. Create an account
To get started, create an account by entering your name and email and choosing a password.
3. Browse the market
See what's available, and how much it is.
4. Check out the other Coinbase products
Buying and selling is just the beginning. Trade actively on Coinbase Pro if you want to get more deeply involved, or try out the other available Coinbase offerings.
You will be charged the higher of either the flat fee or the variable fee for buying and selling.
All fees listed here are in US dollars unless otherwise specified and accurate as of 17 December 2020.
Flat fees
Transaction value
Fee
$10 or less
$0.99
$10 to $25
$1.49
$25 to $50
$1.99
$50 to $200
$2.99
Variable fees
The variable fees depend on your location, payment method and whether you’re placing a “standard” order or an “instant buy/sell”.
Crypto to crypto conversions has a 2% fee. These are currently the only transactions available to customers in Hong Kong.
Deposit and withdrawal fees
All deposit and withdrawal fees are included in the platform trading fees.
Transaction fees
Transfer type
Fee
Transfers between Coinbase wallets
Free
Transfers to an outside crypto wallet
Network fees
How fast will my funds be available?
Deposits
Near-instant to 5 days
Bank transfer May take up to 5 business days to arrive
Card and Coinbase wallet purchases Purchases will complete instantly
Deposits from wallets Within minutes
Withdrawals and transfers
Near-instant to 1-2 days
Wallet transfers between Coinbase wallets Typically complete immediately
Withdrawals and sell orders Usually take 1-2 business days to arrive in your bank account
Sending outside Coinbase wallets Typically a few minutes, depending on the state of the network, the cryptocurrency and the network fees
Is Coinbase safe to use?
Regulation. Coinbase holds a wide range of licences in different US states, including the New York BitLicense, and money transmitter licences in different states.
Verification process. Coinbase requires users to get verified to trade.
Security features. Coinbase recommends 2FA to protect accounts and follows (and leads) industry best practices such as keeping the majority of customer funds in cold storage.
Coinbase was founded in 2012 and has never been hacked.
How do I create an account at Coinbase?
Sign up with your name and email address and then log in to your account.
You’ll need to get verified to start buying or selling. To do this, go to your account setting and upload a photo of the requested documentation, such as a government-issued ID or driver’s license.
Enable 2-factor authentication by going to your account settings and following the steps provided. This is a highly recommended security measure.
You can now buy and sell cryptocurrency. Simply go to the home or market page and click the one you want to buy or sell.
Coinbase is available in Hong Kong, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Singapore, the US, the UK and most European countries.
The exact services available in each will vary.
Yes. Download it for iOS or Android.
The verification process involves going to your account settings, filling out some details and uploading some identification to the platform.
Coinbase offers a help section, allows the submission of help tickets and has a 24/7 phone support centre.
Disclaimer: Cryptocurrencies are speculative, complex and involve significant risks – they are highly
volatile and sensitive to secondary activity. Performance is unpredictable and past performance is no guarantee of
future performance. Consider your own circumstances, and obtain your own advice, before relying on this information.
You should also verify the nature of any product or service (including its legal status and relevant regulatory
requirements) and consult the relevant Regulators' websites before making any decision. Finder, or the author, may
have holdings in the cryptocurrencies discussed.
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