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Optimism

Millions choose Kraken to buy Optimism. Start with just $10.

Buy

Optimism

Millions choose Kraken to buy Optimism. Start with just $10.

Buy Optimism

How to buy Optimism

Create your free Kraken account

Provide your email address & country of residence.

Connect a funding method

Fund your account with your preferred payment method.

Complete your Optimism purchase

Buy Optimism with as little as $10.

In the past 24 hours, Kraken clients bought 139,672 OP worth $243,029.

Why buy Optimism with Kraken?

Kraken offers a safe and easy way to get started with crypto. Use our flexible payment methods to instantly buy Optimism with a credit card, debit card, bank transfer, and more.

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Dollar cost average your Optimism purchases with recurring buys on the Kraken mobile app and get $10 when you refer a friend to Kraken.

What can you do with Optimism?

With Kraken, you can do more with Optimism. From making your first trade, to collecting NFTs and utilizing our advanced Optimism pro trading tools, all the Kraken features you need are backed by our world-class security and 24/7 support.

Optimism rewards

See if you can earn rewards

Trade Optimism for NFTs

Collect & trade NFTs

Trade Optimism OTC

High volume Optimism orders

Optimism API trading

Automate your trades

Swap Optimism for other assets

After you buy Optimism, you can trade it for fiat currencies and other cryptocurrencies. Kraken offers deep liquidity and instant trades on over 200 Optimism trading pairs.

Optimism FAQ

Can I buy and sell Optimism instantly?

Yes, it only takes a few clicks to buy and sell Optimism after you connect your funding method.

How much does it cost to buy 1 Optimism?

At the current market rate, it costs $1.74 to purchase one OP. Kraken makes it easy to buy Optimism in minutes.

Can I buy Optimism with a credit card?

Yes, you can buy Optimism with a Mastercard or Visa credit card on Kraken. We offer several different ways to fund your account with cash or cryptocurrency.

How to trade Optimism

You can trade Optimism by first creating a Kraken account. Next, deposit or purchase the amount of OP to open your position. Once your account is funded, select your desired OP trading pair and start trading Optimism.

Can I buy $100 worth of Optimism?

Yes, Kraken offers a secure and easy to buy $100 worth of Optimism. At its current price, $100 equals 57.47 OP.

Is Optimism safe to buy?

The Optimism price can change dramatically based on market conditions. While Optimism is among the most popular cryptocurrencies in the market, you should do your own research on Optimism before buying.

Learn more about Optimism

How is Optimism different from normal cash?
Unlike traditional currencies, Optimism is not issued or maintained by a centralized government entity. Instead, a decentralized network of computer nodes is responsible for maintaining Optimism. This decentralization means the holders and users of Optimism can help to maintain the network.
Where can I buy Optimism?
Most find that the easiest and most secure way to purchase Optimism is through a trusted cryptocurrency platform like Kraken. While Optimism can be purchased using several different methods, Kraken offers the security, support and simplicity people often look for when buying cryptocurrencies like Optimism.
How do beginners buy Optimism?
While Kraken makes it easy for anyone to buy Optimism, beginners should first do their own research (and may consider seeking professional advice) before making decisions about whether or not to buy digital currencies. After learning about Optimism in the Kraken Learn Center, beginners can use Kraken to buy Optimism in moments with as little as $10.
Is Optimism available to buy and sell in my country?
To find out if Kraken offers Optimism in your region, please check our Support article to see what cryptoassets are available in your country.
Is Optimism a good investment?
The short answer is, it depends on your own individual circumstances and risk tolerance. For those that see a long term prospect behind decentralization, Optimism may be a worthwhile purchase.
Can I purchase Optimism using my local currency?
Kraken supports six different government-issued fiat currencies including:
- US dollars (USD)
- Euros (EUR)
- Canadian dollars (CAD)
- Pounds sterling (GBP)
- Swiss franc (CHF)
- Australian dollar (AUD)
What are the transaction fees for buying Optimism?
Kraken offers a competitive fee structure based on transaction size, asset, payment method and market conditions. Learn more about Kraken’s fee structure.
What is the minimum amount of Optimism I can buy?
You can buy as little as $10 worth of Optimism on Kraken. Kraken also allows you to set up recurring buys so you can continuously accumulate small amounts of Optimism regularly.
Can I buy Optimism with a debit card?
Yes, you can buy Optimism using a debit card on Kraken.
Can I buy Optimism with other cryptocurrencies?
Yes, Kraken makes it easy to purchase Optimism using hundreds of other cryptocurrencies. Browse the Optimism markets available on Kraken to see how much it costs to buy Optimism with other cryptocurrencies.
How can I keep my Optimism safe?
While we believe the safest place for your crypto is in your own cold wallet, we strive to be as transparent and secure as possible when you trust us with your Optimism. When you choose to keep your Optimism on Kraken, it is secured by our globally-recognized security standards.
Can I set up automatic recurring buy orders for Optimism?
Yes, Kraken makes it easy to automatically buy Optimism on a recurring basis. Recurring buys, also known as dollar cost averaging, is a way to continuously increase your asset holdings without needing to manually place an order each time.
Will I owe taxes when buying and selling Optimism?
Each country handles cryptocurrency taxes differently. It’s recommended you speak with a local professional tax advisor before making any digital asset purchases or reporting your crypto taxes.
Can I transfer Optimism from Kraken to my crypto wallet?
Yes, the Optimism you buy on Kraken is yours. Kraken makes it easy to withdraw your Optimism to any hot wallet or cold wallet that supports Optimism. Simply enter the external wallet address and your Optimism will be in your wallet a few moments later.
Is it safe to leave my Optimism on Kraken?
We take every measure possible to keep the Optimism you choose to leave on Kraken secure and accessible to you. While we still believe the safest place for your crypto is in your own cryptocurrency wallet, we constantly strive to be as transparent and secure as possible when you trust us with your Optimism. Learn more about our globally-recognized security standards.
Can I pay for online goods and services using Optimism?
Yes, as long as the seller is willing to accept Optimism in return for the goods and services you are purchasing.
What is the current circulating supply of Optimism?
The current circulating supply of Optimism is 909,630,426 OP.

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Optimism

Buy

Optimism

How to buy Optimism

Create your free Kraken account

Connect a funding method

Complete your Optimism purchase

Why buy Optimism with Kraken?

Buy and sell 200+ cryptocurrencies

Flexible funding options

World-class security

What can you do with Optimism?

Swap Optimism for other assets

Optimism FAQ

Can I buy and sell Optimism instantly?

How much does it cost to buy 1 Optimism?

Can I buy Optimism with a credit card?

How to trade Optimism

Can I buy $100 worth of Optimism?

Is Optimism safe to buy?

Learn more about Optimism

How is Optimism different from normal cash?

Where can I buy Optimism?

How do beginners buy Optimism?

Is Optimism available to buy and sell in my country?

Is Optimism a good investment?

Can I purchase Optimism using my local currency?

What are the transaction fees for buying Optimism?

What is the minimum amount of Optimism I can buy?

Can I buy Optimism with a debit card?

Can I buy Optimism with other cryptocurrencies?

How can I keep my Optimism safe?

Can I set up automatic recurring buy orders for Optimism?

Will I owe taxes when buying and selling Optimism?

Can I transfer Optimism from Kraken to my crypto wallet?

Is it safe to leave my Optimism on Kraken?

Can I pay for online goods and services using Optimism?

What is the current circulating supply of Optimism?

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