How to Buy Dash (DASH)

One of the earliest cryptocurrencies, DASH is already widely accepted. As of 2020, the Dash team has enrolled nearly 5,000 merchants to accept DASH directly, while also integrating with established e-commerce providers like Shopitfy, WooCommerce.

Still have questions about whether DASH is the best cryptocurrency for you? You can revisit our official ‘What is Dash?’ guide for a deeper breakdown before buying DASH. 

 

Depending on your portfolio and risk profile, there may be different reasons to consider DASH.

There are a number of ways to buy DASH. For example, you can purchase DASH directly from another individual in person or over the web. You can also try to locate a crypto ATM near you. 

However, most users find it is easiest to purchase cryptocurrency through a trusted exchange, like Kraken. 

Aside from offering a simple interface and competitive fees, Kraken is one of the largest crypto exchanges in the world, offering more than 100 trading pairs alongside advanced features like traditional FX and spot trading on margin*. 

At Kraken, we take security seriously, with state-of-the-art technology and procedures that protect client funds. We do not compromise when it comes to security, and neither should you.

*Availability of margin trading services is subject to certain limitations and eligibility criteria.

1. Sign up for a Kraken account.
   Provide an email address, choose a username, and pick a strong, secure password.

2. Complete the verification process
   After providing information such as your name, date of birth, country and phone number, you can begin buying DASH with other cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or XRP.
   
   In order to use cash (i.e. USD or EUR) however, you’ll need to provide additional supporting documents verifying your identity. Read about our verification levels.

3. Deposit cash or cryptocurrency
   You can fund your account in a number of ways. How you do so will depend upon your location and preferences.

4. Buy DASH! Once your account is funded with cash, you’re ready to buy DASH. You’ll also get access to our advanced charting tools, 24-hour global client support and margin* and futures trading**. All of these features are why millions of global traders love Kraken.

*Availability of margin trading services is subject to certain limitations and eligibility criteria.

**Trading futures, derivatives and other instruments using leverage involves an element of risk and may not be suitable for everyone. Read Kraken’s risk disclosure to learn more.

Now that you’ve bought DASH, you’ll need somewhere to store it. Kraken is secure, but it’s always safest to store your crypto in a wallet, a special application designed to protect the public and private keys you’ll need to make DASH transactions.

There are many types of wallets available. Mobile and web-based wallets make frequent transactions easy. Hardware wallets are best suited for secure, long-term storage. 

If your account is all set up, you can begin buying DASH.

Still having issues? If so, feel free to reach out to our helpful support team on LiveChat or by email 24/7. Wherever you are in the world, one of our experts can help.