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How to buy Drift

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

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Provide your email address & country of residence.

Connect a funding method

Fund your account with your preferred payment method.

Complete your Drift purchase

Buy Drift with as little as $10.

In the past 24 hours, Kraken clients bought 46 333 DRIFT worth 24 248 $.

Why buy Drift with Kraken?

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About Drift

Drift Protocol (DRIFT) is an on-chain perpetual and spot trading venue. Based on Solana, it boasts up to 10x leverage, automatic yield on deposits and a sophisticated cross-margined risk engine. The DRIFT token unlocks access to ecosystem governance (upgrades, grants, etc.).

What can you do with Drift?

With Kraken, you can do more with Drift. From making your first trade to utilizing our advanced Drift 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 Drift for NFTs

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Swap Drift for other assets

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

Drift FAQ

Is Drift 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, Drift may be a worthwhile purchase.

How much does it cost to buy 1 Drift?

At the current market rate, it costs 0,52 $ to purchase one DRIFT. Kraken makes it easy to buy & sell Drift with confidence.

Can I buy Drift with a debit card?

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

How to trade Drift

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

Can I buy $100 worth of Drift?

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

Is Drift safe to buy?

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

Learn more about Drift

How does Drift work?
Unlike traditional currencies, Drift is not issued or maintained by a centralized government entity. Instead, a decentralized network of computer nodes is responsible for maintaining Drift. This decentralization means the holders and users of Drift can help to maintain the network.
Where can I buy Drift?
Most find that the easiest and most secure way to purchase Drift is through a reliable cryptocurrency platform like Kraken. While Drift can be purchased using several different methods, Kraken offers the security, support and simplicity people often look for when buying cryptocurrencies like Drift.
Is Drift available to buy and sell in my country?
To find out if Kraken offers Drift in your region, please check our Support article to see what cryptoassets are available in your country.
Is Drift 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, Drift may be a worthwhile purchase.
Can I purchase Drift 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 Drift?
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 Drift I can buy?
You can buy as little as $10 worth of Drift on Kraken. Kraken also allows you to set up recurring buys (charges apply) so you can continuously accumulate small amounts of Drift regularly.
Can I buy Drift with a debit card?
You can buy Drift using a debit card certain regions on Kraken. Learn more about our Supported currencies and payment methods here.
Can I buy Drift with other cryptocurrencies?
Yes, Kraken makes it easy to purchase Drift using hundreds of other cryptocurrencies. Browse the Drift markets available on Kraken to see how much it costs to buy Drift with other cryptocurrencies.
How can I keep my Drift 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 Drift. When you choose to keep your Drift on Kraken, it is secured by our globally-recognized security standards.
Will I owe taxes when buying and selling Drift?
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 Drift from Kraken to my crypto wallet?
Yes, the Drift you buy on Kraken is yours. Kraken makes it easy to withdraw your Drift to any hot wallet or cold wallet that supports Drift. Simply enter the external wallet address and your Drift will be in your wallet a few moments later.
Is it safe to leave my Drift on Kraken?
We take every measure possible to keep the Drift 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 Drift. Learn more about our globally-recognized security standards.
What is the current circulating supply of Drift?
The current circulating supply of Drift is 235 714 417 DRIFT.

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