What are Cardano and ADA?
Cardano is a public proof-of-stake blockchain. ADA is its cryptocurrency.
When you buy Cardano, you're buying ADA. On the Cardano network, ADA is used to pay transaction fees, take part in governance and pay for services in applications built on the network.
Put simply, Cardano is the network and ADA is the asset.
How to buy Cardano in Australia
In the Crypto.com App, here's the basic flow:
- Create an account and complete identity verification.
- Add funds using an available payment method.
- Tap 'Buy' and search for Cardano.
- Choose your payment method, enter the amount and review the order.
- Tap 'Confirm' if the details look right.
Ways to pay for Cardano with Australian dollars
Australian customers can use Australian dollars (AUD) to buy Cardano. Available payment and funding options include PayID, debit or credit card (Visa or Mastercard), Apple Pay, Google Pay or transferring crypto to the App wallet.
PayID deposits are free on Crypto.com, so you can top up your account and put those funds towards buying Cardano. Other transaction fees and spread may apply, so check the order preview before confirming.
Can you buy less than one ADA?
Yes. Fractional purchases are supported, so you don't need to buy a whole ADA.
For Australian customers on Crypto.com, Cardano purchases can start from as little as AUD 20.




