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How to buy Dai (DAI) in the UK
Learn how to buy Dai (DAI) on 6+ crypto exchanges in our step-by-step guide.
Dai (DAI) is the 18th largest cryptocurrency by market cap, valued at US$4,605,237,985.
Dai is a highly volatile asset capable of major price swings in a single day. Today DAI is trading for $1.001 USD, which is higher than yesterday's trading price of $1.00 USD. Over the past year, Dai's price has seen an increase of 0%.
So before you buy Dai, make sure you understand these unique risks as well as its legal and tax status here in the UK.
If you're ready to get started, read on for step-by-step instructions on how you can buy Dai.
How to buy Dai in 4 steps
The whole process can take as little as 15 minutes and all you'll need is a smartphone or computer, an internet connection, photo identification and a means of payment.
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Compare crypto exchanges
The easiest way to buy Dai is from a cryptocurrency exchange. Comparing in the table below lets you find one with the features you want such as low fees, ease of use or 24-hour customer support.
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Create an account
To create an account on an exchange, you will need to verify your email address and identity. Have some photo ID and your phone ready.
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Make a deposit
Once verified, you can deposit GBP using the payment method that best suits you – cryptocurrency, bank and card payments are widely accepted.
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Buy Dai
You can now exchange your funds for Dai. On easier-to-use exchanges, this is as simple as entering the amount you want to purchase and clicking buy. If you like, you can now withdraw your Dai to your personal wallet.
Crypto is unregulated in the UK; there's no consumer protection; value can rise or fall; tax on profits may apply*.
Where to buy Dai in the UK
Find an exchange to buy, sell and trade DAI by comparing deposit methods, supported fiat currencies and fees. Select Go to site to sign up directly with the exchange.
Crypto is unregulated in the UK; there's no consumer protection; value can rise or fall; tax on profits may apply*.
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How we keep this Dai guide up-to-date
- DAI price data is regularly updated through data feeds so you always have the latest information.
- Dai performance data is regularly updated using automated comparisons and AI systems built by our technical experts Zak Killermann and Helen Hu.
How do I find the best places to buy Dai?
Cryptocurrency exchanges offer similar services, but differ in a few key ways – mainly fees, the range of cryptos available and payment methods. You can use our table to compare the features of popular cryptocurrency exchanges available in the UK to help you choose the one that's right for you.
Some other factors you may want to consider are customer support, user reviews, ease of use and whether or not the exchange is registered with a local regulator. This information can be found by clicking on the exchange name in the table which will take you to its review page.
What will I need to buy Dai?
To create an account on any cryptocurrency exchange you will need an email address. Some exchanges may also ask for a phone number and photo ID, so it's a good idea to have those ready.
An increasing number of cryptocurrency exchanges will ask to verify your identity before you can deposit funds and start trading Dai.
- This process is known as Know Your Customer (KYC) and usually requires photo ID and a webcam or smartphone. You may also need to prove your address by uploading a copy of a recent bank statement or utility bill.
- Some exchanges allow you to deposit and trade cryptocurrencies without passing KYC, but they will not allow you to transfer local currency from your bank account. So if you are planning on purchasing DAI with your local currency then you will need to pass KYC.
- Once you have verified your identity, it is a good idea to enable 2-factor authentication (2FA) before depositing any funds. This will increase the security of your account and help keep your funds safe.
What is the easiest way to buy Dai?
The easiest way to buy DAI is by placing an 'instant buy' order to purchase it for a fixed price but not all crypto exchanges offer this feature.
Alternatively, you can open a trade on the spot market which allows you to set your own price – this is the most common way to purchase cryptocurrency. Using the instant buy feature is straightforward but typically more expensive than using the spot market.
Before buying DAI, you may want to check the market conditions. To help you decide if now is the right time to buy, you can take a look at our all-time high tool to get an idea of how the price of Dai has been performing recently.
Best Dai wallets to store your DAI
You can keep your DAI on the exchange you purchased it on, or move it to a personal wallet:
- Some people like to use their own wallets to guarantee total ownership over their assets, or to use them with other applications like DeFi services.
- Hardware wallets are typically considered to be the safest type of cryptocurrency wallet, as they use a physical device to enhance security in a number of ways. You can take a look at some of our top hardware wallet picks for self-custody of your DAI below.
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Trezor Model T Wallet |
SafePal S1 Wallet |
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Recent Dai developments
March 11, 2023: The price of DAI depegged and fell to 87 cents USD in line with USDC. This was due to DAI being largely collateralised by USDC. USDC’s parent company, Circle, revealed it was affected by the closure Silicon Valley Bank which caused the price of USDC to fall.
Crypto is unregulated in the UK; there's no consumer protection; value can rise or fall; tax on profits may apply*.
Is Dai a good investment?
Cryptocurrencies are complicated and volatile assets, so you’ll need to thoroughly research any coin before deciding whether to make a purchase. If you’re thinking of buying any Dai, consider the following factors first:
- Collateralisation. The value of DAI is dependent on the value of the underlying collateral in MakerDAO. If you’re looking for certain characteristics in a stablecoin, it’s important to be aware of MakerDAO’s underlying collateral pool. For example, someone who wants a completely decentralised stablecoin might be wary of the proportion of centralised stablecoins backing MakerDAO’s CDPs.
- Stablecoins. DAI is pegged to the value of US$1 and is designed to offer price stability and protection against crypto market fluctuations. Stablecoins' primary purpose is to allow investors to trade entirely in crypto without needing to worry about massive swings in asset value. Due to this, stablecoins will not rise (or fall) in value and shouldn't be purchased as a way of making money.
- Competition. The stablecoin space is becoming increasingly competitive, with a host of other projects (including Tether, DigixDAO and Basis) all offering their own price-stable cryptocurrencies.
Today's Dai price versus ATH
Compare today's price of Dai ($1.001 USD) against its all-time-high price of $1.22 USD on 13 March 2020. The closer the bar is to 100%, the closer DAI is to reaching its ATH again.
Dai's price: $1.001
ATH date: March 13, 2020
ATH date: March 13, 2020
82.05%
Dai ATH: $1.22
How to trade, convert or sell Dai
You can convert or sell your DAI with the same exchange you bought it through:- Sign in to the exchange you have DAI on.
- If you store your Dai in a digital wallet, compare crypto exchanges to convert or sell it on.
- Choose Sell or Convert and place a sell order.
- Choose the amount of DAI you'd like to convert or sell.
- Confirm the sell price and fees and close your sale of Dai.
- Complete your transaction and move your DAI to a wallet for storage.
* Cryptocurrencies aren't regulated in the UK and there's no protection from the Financial Ombudsman or the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. Your capital is at risk. Capital gains tax on profits may apply.
Cryptocurrencies are speculative and investing in them involves significant risks - they're highly volatile, vulnerable to hacking and sensitive to secondary activity. The value of investments can fall as well as rise and you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. This content shouldn't be interpreted as a recommendation to invest. Before you invest, you should get advice and decide whether the potential return outweighs the risks. Finder, or the author, may have holdings in the cryptocurrencies discussed.
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