Hey bunqers 🌈,
Get started with crypto safely, right from your bunq app. Choose from a wide range of cryptocurrencies - buying and selling takes just a tap. Start today and get your first €10 of Bitcoin for free!
How can I start investing in crypto?
You can invest in crypto without leaving the bunq app. To get started, all you have to do is create a personal crypto wallet. Follow the steps below:
- Go to the ₿ Crypto tab
- Tap on “Get Started”
- Complete the verification flow for Kraken
- Your wallet is now ready ✅
How can I buy crypto?
Buying crypto is super easy! Pay directly from the Bank Account of your choice and get started. Here’s how:
- Go to the ₿ Crypto tab.
- Tap 🔵 Buy
- Choose the cryptocurrency you want to buy
- Enter the amount you want to buy
- Choose which Bank Account you want to use for the purchase
- Done 🎉
You can also easily buy a cryptocurrency directly from its detail screen by tapping the “Buy” button at the bottom. It’s a fast and convenient way to invest.
Who can use Crypto?
This feature is available to users who:
- Have a verified bunq Personal account;
- Be 18 years or older;
- Have a verified residential address;
- Live in 🇳🇱 the Netherlands, 🇪🇸 Spain, 🇫🇷 France, 🇮🇪 Ireland, 🇮🇹 Italy, and 🇧🇪 Belgium.
How can I sell crypto?
- Go to the ₿ Crypto tab
- Tap 🟠 Sell
- Choose the cryptocurrency you want to sell
- Enter the amount you want to sell or “Sell All” (amount will auto-fill with your full balance of this currency)
- Choose the Bank Account you want to use for the sell
- Done 🎉
How can I swap crypto?
You can swap one cryptocurrency for another. For example, if you have Bitcoin and want Ethereum, you can simply swap your Bitcoin for Ethereum. Here’s how:
- Go to the ₿ Crypto tab
- Tap More
- Select 🟢 Swap
- Choose the cryptocurrency you own and the one you wanna swap it for
- Enter the amount you want to swap
- Done 🎉
How can I set price alerts?
Stay ahead of market movements and never miss your target price. Set price alerts and get notified when a coin reaches your chosen value. Here's how:
- Go to the ₿ Crypto tab
- Choose the cryptocurrency you want to be alerted for
- Tap the 🔔 in the top right corner
- Select the price hit you want to be alerted for
- Tap Create Alert
How can I delete or edit a price alert?
You can change or remove your price alerts whenever you like. Here’s how:
- Go to the ₿ Crypto tab
- Tap ⚙️ Settings
- Select 🔔 Alerts
- Select the alert you want to edit or delete
- Adjust the sum or delete the alert
How do fees and prices work?
When you buy or sell, we'll show you the final price in the bunq app before you confirm the transaction. The fees you pay depend on your bunq plan:
- bunq Free: 1.99%
- bunq Core: 0.99%
- bunq Pro: 0.49%
- bunq Elite: 0.25%
What’s a spread and is it included in the crypto price?
The prices you see when you buy or sell also include a spread. A spread is a small percentage added to the price of a cryptocurrency to account for market volatility. This is applied by all crypto exchanges, including Kraken, to help protect against rapid price changes.
How do I contact Support?
Follow the steps below if you have any questions or issues:
- Tap on your Profile in the top left corner
- Tap on 🟢 Support
Who is Kraken?
Kraken is one of the world’s largest and most trusted crypto exchanges. Through our partnership, you can now access Kraken’s full crypto experience - directly in the bunq app. Buy, sell, or swap your favorite cryptocurrencies, all in one place.
Learn more about Kraken here.
What are the risks of investing in Crypto?
Before investing, it’s important to know that crypto is a high-risk investment. Prices can change quickly, and you could lose your money. There are also technology risks, such as platform issues, as well as legal and tax responsibilities.
bunq and Kraken don’t report your crypto activity, so make sure you understand your local laws. You can sell your crypto instantly, but only invest what you can afford to lose and consider speaking with a financial advisor if you’re unsure.
More information on the financial risks of investing in cryptocurrencies can be found here.
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