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Purchase Bitcoin in minutes

Create an account and make your first purchase instantly using GBP, or other crypto.

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Avoid FX fees when you deposit GBP directly via Local Bank Transfer to buy Bitcoin at the real market price.

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We use measures such as cold storage and strict verification protocols to help support the security of your Bitcoin 24/7.

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3 steps to buying Bitcoin in the UK

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Create your free account

Download the Crypto.com app and create your account in minutes. We’ll ask for your legal name, government-issued ID, a selfie, and some additional details to verify your identity and assess your risk profile.

2

Deposit funds to your account

Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay, or transfer crypto to your wallet.

3

Buy Bitcoin

Select Bitcoin, enter the amount and confirm your purchase. Your coins will appear in your secure wallet immediately.

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What is Bitcoin?

Bitcoin is a decentralised peer-to-peer payment network and completely digital money.

It uses peer-to-peer technology, so transactions and the issuing of bitcoins are managed collectively by the network rather than by a central authority or bank.

Behind the scenes, the Bitcoin network shares a public ledger known as the blockchain. This ledger holds every transaction ever processed, helping users verify transactions without relying on a single central operator.

How to buy Bitcoin in the UK

With the Crypto.com App, you can buy Bitcoin in just a few steps:

  1. Create an account and complete identity verification.
  2. Add funds to your account.
  3. Tap 'Buy', select Bitcoin (BTC), enter the pound sterling (GBP) amount and confirm your purchase.

Trading is subject to account verification and eligibility.

Ways to pay when buying Bitcoin in the UK

For UK-based users, GBP is the primary fiat currency accepted on the platform.

You can add funds by bank transfer, debit or credit card (Visa or Mastercard), Apple Pay or Google Pay, or by transferring crypto to your wallet. Bank transfers and crypto deposits are free on Crypto.com, though other charges may apply to crypto deposits. Availability can depend on your account and payment method, so do check the payment details before confirming.

Can you buy less than one Bitcoin?

Yes. Bitcoin is divisible to eight decimal places into smaller units called satoshis, so there's no need to buy a whole Bitcoin.

With the Crypto.com App, UK users can buy fractional amounts of Bitcoin for as little as £1.

Manage your Bitcoin after you buy

Once you own Bitcoin, you can do more with your assets on our all-in-one platform.

  • Hold your Bitcoin in our secure app wallet.
  • Put your Bitcoin to work and earn exclusive rewards.
  • Spend your crypto in real time.

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FAQ

Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency that allows for secure, peer-to-peer transactions without the need for an intermediary like a bank or payment processor. Created in 2009 by an anonymous entity known as Satoshi Nakamoto, it is the world's first and most widely adopted cryptocurrency.

Bitcoin operates on a distributed public ledger called a blockchain, which is maintained by a global network of computers (nodes). Transactions are permanently recorded and verified through complex cryptography by "miners," ensuring the network remains secure and transparent without centralized control.

The most secure way to buy Bitcoin (BTC) in the UK is through an FCA-compliant cryptocurrency exchange like Crypto.com. Simply download the app, complete your identity verification, and link your UK bank account for Faster Payments (FPS) or use a debit card.

Yes, Bitcoin is divisible up to eight decimal places into smaller units called Satoshis (Sats). UK investors don't need to buy a whole coin; you can purchase fractional amounts of Bitcoin for as little as £1 on the Crypto.com App.

When you buy Bitcoin using a debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or a pre-funded GBP Fiat Wallet on Crypto.com, the transaction processes instantly. Your new BTC balance will reflect in your digital wallet within seconds.

Open the Crypto.com App, tap Buy, and select Bitcoin (BTC). Choose your preferred UK payment method, such as your GBP Fiat Wallet, Apple Pay, or debit card, enter the GBP (£) amount, and tap Confirm.

For UK-based users, the British Pound (GBP) is the primary fiat currency accepted on the platform. You can seamlessly deposit GBP via the Faster Payments Service (FPS) to your Fiat Wallet to buy Bitcoin without paying foreign exchange fees.

Yes, buying, selling, and holding Bitcoin is entirely legal across the United Kingdom. Reputable exchanges comply with UK laws and regulations by requiring standard identity verification (KYC) to ensure a safe and secure trading environment.

Simply buying and holding Bitcoin with British Pounds does not trigger a taxable event. However, selling your Bitcoin, trading it for another cryptocurrency, or spending it is typically subject to Capital Gains Tax under HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) guidelines.

When you purchase Bitcoin on Crypto.com, it is safely held in your secure exchange wallet. For added autonomy, you can choose to transfer your Bitcoin to a self-custodial software or hardware wallet, giving you complete control over your private keys.

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Cryptoasset services are provided by Foris DAX UK Limited, a company incorporated in the United Kingdom with company registration number 12843841 and registered office at Suite 5, 7th Floor, 50 Broadway, London SW1H 0DB, United Kingdom, trading under the name “Crypto.com” via the Crypto.com App, registered with the FCA under the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017 to provide cryptoasset services (Firm Reference Number 941745).

Any other products or services offered and advertised on the Crypto.com website or the Crypto.com App are provided by other group companies and do not fall within the services provided by Foris DAX UK Limited.