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How To Buy Crypto Instantly

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Cryptocurrency adoption is growing worldwide 1 but 43% of users are deterred by it’s complexity 2. This articles explores alternative methods of purchasing cryptocurrency without use of cryptocurrency exchange or dedicated cryptocurrency wallet. In order to provide readers with a comprehensive unbiased review I followed these steps.

  • I have personally purchased cryptocurrency using all listed methods to confirm their validity
  • This article is supplemented with a video recording of my testing process
  • I have reviewed legality of all listed produts

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In this article you will find the top websites and apps where you can buy cryptocurrency instantly. Buying Bitcoin or other crypto doesn’t have to involve registering at a standalone crypto exchange or with an investment broker. Often, you will be able to purchase crypto through apps already installed on your phone. Explore step-by-step instructions and best sites to buy crypto instantly below.

Sometimes you just need cryptocurrency to be available to you right now, either it is because you’re using it to pay for goods and services, you spotted an investment opportunity or you just want to top up your balance at your favorite gaming site.

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In this article I’m going to show you three separate methods of buying Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether or whatever else crypto you need with your credit card, debit card, google pay, apple pay, e-wallet, whatever rocks your boat. 

All three methods are instant, you can transfer out your crypto immediately and on your first transaction there is usually no need for KYC. In the video aboce you can watch me perform real transactions step-by-step.

Method 1: Telegram

Telegram, a messaging app with 900 million users, is very active in the world of crypto. Telegram offers its users a native bot called ‘wallet’ where you can buy USDT, BTC, TON, and NOT. The last two tokens are closely connected to the Telegram ecosystem. The Telegram wallet bot allows you to buy crypto without hassle and unnecessary formalities. Here is how to do it step by step.

  1. Open Telegram wallet
  2. Search for ‘wallet’ by clicking on the search icon in top right corner
  3. Click ‘Start’
  4. Click ‘Open Wallet’
  5. Click ‘Add crypto’ and choose whether you want to pay with bank card or enter P2P platform
  6. Choose the token and the amount you want to purchase
  7. If it’s your first transaction you might need to share your phone number and country of residence
  8. Enter credit card details
  9. You will get notified by the bot when your crypto arrives

Method 2: Revolut

Disclaimer: This method is available only in selected countries

Revolut is the banking app of choice of over 40 million people so when crypto trading was added to it’s list of services I immediately started using it. To buy crypto in the Revolut app follow these steps.

  1. Open Revolut app
  2. Click on ‘Crypto’ tab in the bottom menu
  3. Choose a token from the list and click ‘Buy’
  4. Enter the amount you want to buy
  5. Click ‘Review order’ and then ‘Confirm order’

Method 3: MetaMask

MetaMask is an extremely popular, very user friendly crypto wallet with over 30 millions users. You can use it as an app on your phone or as a browser extension on desktop. To by crypto in MetaMask follow these steps.

  1. Open MetaMask app
  2. Click ‘Create new wallet’
  3. Click ‘Buy ETH’
  4. If it’s your first transaction you will need to provide you country of residence
  5. Choose a desired payment method (depends on your country of residence)
  6. Complete the steps required from selected payment gateway

FAQ

Will I need to go though KYC?

At some point yes, in my experiece the gateway will usually ask you for a scan of an ID when you purchase more than $100-$200 worth of crypto. Usually it’s a quick scan with the mobile app that gets approved within minutes.

Are there any additional fees?

It depends on the gateway you decide to use, in most cases there is a small fee on top of each transaction you make that is clearly stated before you complete the buy.

Notes

  1. Statista. (2024, July 8). Annual cryptocurrency adoption in 56 different countries worldwide 2019-2024. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1202468/global-cryptocurrency-ownership/[↩]
  2. Swyftx. (August 2024). 4th Annual Australian Crypto Survey. https://swyftx.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/swyftx-cryptocurrency-survey-2024.pdf[↩]