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How to buy Litecoin

You can buy Litecoin on Kraken's crypto platform. Create your free account and connect a funding method to buy over 200 cryptocurrencies including LTC. 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 Litecoin purchase

Buy Litecoin with as little as $10.

In the past 24 hours, Kraken clients bought 31 270 LTC worth 2 019 079 $.

Why buy Litecoin with Kraken?

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

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About Litecoin

Litecoin is a BTC fork with faster transaction confirmations. Litecoin (LTC) was released in 2011 as a fork of Bitcoin with the primary difference being a decreased block processing time, 2.5 minutes as opposed to Bitcoin's 10 minutes, allowing for faster confirmation of transactions. Litecoin also features improved storage efficiency and a slightly different proof-of-work mining mechanism than Bitcoin.

What can you do with Litecoin?

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

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Swap Litecoin for other assets

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

Litecoin FAQ

Is Litecoin 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, Litecoin may be a worthwhile purchase.

How much does it cost to buy 1 Litecoin?

At the current market rate, it costs 64,57 $ to purchase one LTC. Kraken makes it easy to buy & sell Litecoin with confidence.

Can I buy Litecoin with a debit card?

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

How to trade Litecoin

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

Can I buy $100 worth of Litecoin?

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

Is Litecoin safe to buy?

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

Learn more about Litecoin

How does Litecoin work?
Unlike traditional currencies, Litecoin is not issued or maintained by a centralized government entity. Instead, a decentralized network of computer nodes is responsible for maintaining Litecoin. This decentralization means the holders and users of Litecoin can help to maintain the network.
Where can I buy Litecoin?
Most find that the easiest and most secure way to purchase Litecoin is through a reliable cryptocurrency platform like Kraken. While Litecoin can be purchased using several different methods, Kraken offers the security, support and simplicity people often look for when buying cryptocurrencies like Litecoin.
Is Litecoin available to buy and sell in my country?
To find out if Kraken offers Litecoin in your region, please check our Support article to see what cryptoassets are available in your country.
Is Litecoin 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, Litecoin may be a worthwhile purchase.
Can I purchase Litecoin 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 Litecoin?
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 Litecoin I can buy?
You can buy as little as $10 worth of Litecoin on Kraken. Kraken also allows you to set up recurring buys (charges apply) so you can continuously accumulate small amounts of Litecoin regularly.
Can I buy Litecoin with a debit card?
You can buy Litecoin using a debit card certain regions on Kraken. Learn more about our Supported currencies and payment methods here.
Can I buy Litecoin with other cryptocurrencies?
Yes, Kraken makes it easy to purchase Litecoin using hundreds of other cryptocurrencies. Browse the Litecoin markets available on Kraken to see how much it costs to buy Litecoin with other cryptocurrencies.
How can I keep my Litecoin 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 Litecoin. When you choose to keep your Litecoin on Kraken, it is secured by our globally-recognized security standards.
Will I owe taxes when buying and selling Litecoin?
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 Litecoin from Kraken to my crypto wallet?
Yes, the Litecoin you buy on Kraken is yours. Kraken makes it easy to withdraw your Litecoin to any hot wallet or cold wallet that supports Litecoin. Simply enter the external wallet address and your Litecoin will be in your wallet a few moments later.
Is it safe to leave my Litecoin on Kraken?
We take every measure possible to keep the Litecoin 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 Litecoin. Learn more about our globally-recognized security standards.
What is the current circulating supply of Litecoin?
The current circulating supply of Litecoin is 75 067 650 LTC.

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