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How to buy Kusama

You can buy Kusama on Kraken's crypto platform. Create your free account and connect a funding method to buy over 200 cryptocurrencies including KSM. Kraken makes it quick and easy to get started.

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Provide your email address & country of residence.

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Fund your account with your preferred payment method.

Complete your Kusama purchase

Buy Kusama with as little as $10.

In the past 24 hours, Kraken clients bought 12,007 KSM worth $225,964.

Why buy Kusama with Kraken?

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About Kusama

Kusama is an experimental test environment based on Polkadot's codebase. Created by the same team that deployed Polkadot, Kusama is a testing ground for developers that hold the KSM token and want to build and deploy a parachain or try out Polkadot's governance, staking, nomination and validation functionality in a real environment.

What can you do with Kusama?

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

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Trade Kusama for NFTs

Collect & trade NFTs

Trade Kusama futures

95+ perpetual futures

Swap Kusama for other assets

After you buy Kusama, you can trade it for fiat currencies and other cryptocurrencies. Kraken offers over 200 Kusama trading pairs so you can move in and out of the market with ease.

Kusama FAQ

Is Kusama 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, Kusama may be a worthwhile purchase.

How much does it cost to buy 1 Kusama?

At the current market rate, it costs $18.82 to purchase one KSM. Kraken makes it easy to buy & sell Kusama with confidence.

Can I buy Kusama with a debit card?

You can buy Kusama with a debit card on Kraken. We offer several different ways to fund your account with cash or cryptocurrency.

How to trade Kusama

You can trade Kusama by first creating a Kraken account. Once sign up is complete and your account is funded, select your desired KSM trading pair and start trading Kusama. Our all in one, powerful interface lets you execute your trading strategy.

Can I buy $100 worth of Kusama?

Yes, Kraken offers a secure and easy to buy $100 worth of Kusama. At its current price, $100 equals NaN KSM.

Is Kusama safe to buy?

The Kusama price can change dramatically based on market conditions. You should do your own research on Kusama before buying.

Learn more about Kusama

How does Kusama work?
Unlike traditional currencies, Kusama is not issued or maintained by a centralized government entity. Instead, a decentralized network of computer nodes is responsible for maintaining Kusama. This decentralization means the holders and users of Kusama can help to maintain the network.
Where can I buy Kusama?
Most find that the easiest and most secure way to purchase Kusama is through a reliable cryptocurrency platform like Kraken. While Kusama can be purchased using several different methods, Kraken offers the security, support and simplicity people often look for when buying cryptocurrencies like Kusama.
Is Kusama available to buy and sell in my country?
To find out if Kraken offers Kusama in your region, please check our Support article to see what cryptoassets are available in your country.
Is Kusama 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, Kusama may be a worthwhile purchase.
Can I purchase Kusama 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 Kusama?
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 Kusama I can buy?
You can buy as little as $10 worth of Kusama on Kraken. Kraken also allows you to set up recurring buys (charges apply) so you can continuously accumulate small amounts of Kusama regularly.
Can I buy Kusama with a debit card?
You can buy Kusama using a debit card certain regions on Kraken. Learn more about our Supported currencies and payment methods here.
Can I buy Kusama with other cryptocurrencies?
Yes, Kraken makes it easy to purchase Kusama using hundreds of other cryptocurrencies. Browse the Kusama markets available on Kraken to see how much it costs to buy Kusama with other cryptocurrencies.
How can I keep my Kusama 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 Kusama. When you choose to keep your Kusama on Kraken, it is secured by our globally-recognized security standards.
Will I owe taxes when buying and selling Kusama?
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 Kusama from Kraken to my crypto wallet?
Yes, the Kusama you buy on Kraken is yours. Kraken makes it easy to withdraw your Kusama to any hot wallet or cold wallet that supports Kusama. Simply enter the external wallet address and your Kusama will be in your wallet a few moments later.
Is it safe to leave my Kusama on Kraken?
We take every measure possible to keep the Kusama 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 Kusama. Learn more about our globally-recognized security standards.
What is the current circulating supply of Kusama?
The current circulating supply of Kusama is 15,591,660 KSM.

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