How to Buy ORCA

Interested in being a part of a new automated market maker powered decentralized exchange on the Solana network? Orca offers a user friend DeFi trading experience coupled with an environmentally conscious mission. Built to utilize the low fees and fast transaction speeds of the Solana network, Orca offers a new way for traders to take part in the DeFi ecosystem.

The ORCA token serves an important purpose within the Orca ecosystem. Token holders are able to vote on proposed updates to the functionality of the exchange. They are also able to support different charitable causes that Orca donates portions of the trading fees gathered by the platform on a regular basis.

For more details on how ORCA derives its value, read our official “What is Orca?” guide.

By holding ORCA, users are able to have a say in the future development of the ORCA decentralized exchange through governance voting. ORCA tokens are rewarded to users contributing assets to the various ‘aquafarms’ on the platform that facilitate trading activities.

There are a number of ways to buy ORCA. However, many find that it is easiest to purchase ORCA through a trusted global exchange like Kraken. 

Kraken is consistently rated one of the most secure and trusted crypto exchanges in the world, and offers some of the lowest fees in the industry. 

At Kraken, we take security seriously, with battle-tested technology and rigorous procedures designed to safeguard funds. We don’t cut corners when it comes to security, and neither should you.

Follow the steps below to start buying ORCA on Kraken: 

1. Create Your Free Kraken account.
   Enter an email address, username and a strong password to protect your account.
2. Connect your funding method.  
   Connect your card or bank account to fund your account and buy ORCA after Kraken verifies your information. Read about our verification processes here.
3. Purchase ORCA!
   Once your account is funded, you’re ready to purchase Orca. At this point, you’ll also gain access to our advanced charting tools, 24-hour global client support and additional products and services that help make the Kraken experience beloved by millions around the world.

 

Instantly buy Orca with a credit card on the Kraken app
 

Download the official Kraken app, wwhere crypto beginners and experienced traders alike can conveniently buy or sell Orca anywhere, anytime. Instantly buy ORCA with a credit card, debit card or bank account while staying up to date on your favorite crypto projects.

Bank transfer is only available to US residents. Credit card purchases are available in select countries here.
 

Once you buy ORCA, your tokens will be held securely on the Kraken platform. 

Kraken has established itself as one of the most secure and reputable crypto exchanges in the world. However, clients that choose to self-custody their crypto have the option to withdraw their ORCA tokens to their own hardware or software wallet. 

Because Orca is a platform built on top of Solana, ORCA can also be stored in a Solana wallet.

Ready to take the next step in your domination of the ORCA ecosystem? Buy ORCA on Kraken today!