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Bitcoin Trading Exchange

2011-06-12T12:40:56Z

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A market for trading bitcoins that runs on the i2p anonymous network.

The objective of the Bitcoin Exchange is to provide a convenient electronic exchange to facilitate the buying and selling of commodities in complete anonymity where no transaction is traceable back to anyone. No identifying information is ever requested from traders and no paper or electronic trails of any kind exist.

The exchange allows trading between bitcoins and the account-holder's USD balance.

The account holder's USD balance is then anonymous as well, as the only USD funds that will ever be added to or withdrawn from the exchange are transacted through the site's operator.

The operator of the site, maxkoda, registered on the Bitcoin forum just days prior to launching the site. With any Bitcoin exchange, there are verying levels of risk that funds deposited in an account can be accessed at a later time. Even more caution might be warranted regarding funds held by an exchange accessed solely through i2p.

==Adding Funds==
===BTC===
There are no fees incurred when when transferring bitcoins for deposit. Funds are available once confirmed.

===USD===
There are no methods for adding USD funds to an account other than to sell bitcoins within the exchange which adds to the USD balance on the account.

==Withdrawing Funds==
===BTC===
Bitcoins may be withdrawn without charge.

===USD===
There are no methods for withdrawing USD funds from an account other than to purchase bitcoins and then withdraw those bitcoins to sell elsewhere.

==API==
An API to access market and trade history is being developed.

==History==

The site was first described on April 9th, 2011<ref>[http://www.bitcoin.org/smf/index.php?topic=5638.0 bitcoin trading on the i2p network]</ref> and was given a more detailed announcement on April 18th<ref>[http://www.bitcoin.org/smf/index.php?topic=6025.0 New Bitcoin Trading Exchange available on the i2p Network]</ref>.

==See Also==

* [[Buying bitcoins]]
* [[Selling bitcoins]]
* [[Secure Trading]]

==External i2p Links==

* [http://bitcoinexchange.i2p BitcoinExchange.i2p] web site (requires i2p)

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Exchanges]]
[[Category:eWallets]]

Bitcoin Trading Exchange

2011-06-12T12:40:05Z

HEP: /* External i2p Links */

A market for trading bitcoins that runs on the i2p anonymous network.

The objective of the Bitcoin Exchange is to provide a convenient electronic exchange to facilitate the buying and selling of commodities in complete anonymity where no transaction is traceable back to anyone. No identifying information is ever requested from traders and no paper or electronic trails of any kind exist.

The exchange allows trading between bitcoins and the account-holder's USD balance.

The account holder's USD balance is then anonymous as well, as the only USD funds that will ever be added to or withdrawn from the exchange are transacted through the site's operator.

The operator of the site, maxkoda, registered on the Bitcoin forum just days prior to launching the site. With any Bitcoin exchange, there are verying levels of risk that funds deposited in an account can be accessed at a later time. Even more caution might be warranted regarding funds held by an exchange accessed solely through i2p.

==Adding Funds==
===BTC===
There are no fees incurred when when transferring bitcoins for deposit. Funds are available once confirmed.

===USD===
There are no methods for adding USD funds to an account other than to sell bitcoins within the exchange which adds to the USD balance on the account.

==Withdrawing Funds==
===BTC===
Bitcoins may be withdrawn without charge.

===USD===
There are no methods for withdrawing USD funds from an account other than to purchase bitcoins and then withdraw those bitcoins to sell elsewhere.

==API==
An API to access market and trade history is being developed.

==History==

The site was first described on April 9th, 2011<ref>[http://www.bitcoin.org/smf/index.php?topic=5638.0 bitcoin trading on the i2p network]</ref> and was given a more detailed announcement on April 18th<ref>[http://www.bitcoin.org/smf/index.php?topic=6025.0 New Bitcoin Trading Exchange available on the i2p Network]</ref>.

==See Also==

* [[Buying bitcoins]]
* [[Selling bitcoins]]
* [[Secure Trading]]

==External Links==

* [http://bitcoinexchange.i2p BitcoinExchange.i2p] web site (requires i2p)
* [http://www.tradehill.com/?r=TH-R11532 Tradehill] Global Bitcoin exchange

==References==
<references />

[[Category:Exchanges]]
[[Category:eWallets]]

Selling bitcoins

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==Large amounts==
For large amounts of bitcoin (USD 1000 or more), you probably would get the best rate if you withdraw funds via ACH, EUR bank transfer, or via [[Liberty Reserve]] from a major exchange.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Exchange || Type || Adding Funds || Withdrawing Funds || [[eWallet]] || Notes
|-
| [[MtGox]] || Market || BTC Liberty Reserve USD USD (bank wire) USD (ACH) EUR (SEPA bank wire) || BTC Liberty Reserve USD USD (ACH Direct Deposit) EUR (SEPA bank wire) || {{Table Value Yes}} || Restrictions and limits on withdrawals.
|-
| [https://www.tradehill.com/?r=TH-R11532 Tradehill] || Market || BTC USD || BTC USD || {{Table Value Yes}} || Just opened, more payment methods to come.
|-
| [[Britcoin]] || Market || BTC GBP (bank deposit) PokerStars USD || BTC GBP (bank deposit) PokerStars USD || {{Table Value Yes}} ||
|-
| [[Btcex]] || Market || BTC USD (international wire) EUR (bank transfer) JPY (bank transfer) RUS (RUB, Yandex, WebMoney) || BTC USD (international wire) EUR (bank transfer) || {{Table Value Yes}} || USD handled in Switzerland. EUR through Finland (SEPA) RUS (RUB, Yandex, WebMoney).
|-
| [https://www.virwox.com VirWoX] || Market || BTC SLL (Second Life) ACD (Avination) OMC (OpenSim) USD,EUR,GBP,CHF ([[PayPal]]) USD,EUR,GBP (Credit & Debit cards via [[Moneybookers]]) USD,EUR,GBP ([[NETELLER]]) EUR (DIRECTebanking / Sofortüberweisung) USD,EUR,GBP,CHF ([[paysafecard]]) EUR (SEPA bank wire) || BTC SLL (Second Life) ACD (Avination) OMC (OpenSim) USD,EUR,GBP,CHF ([[PayPal]]) USD,EUR,GBP ([[Moneybookers]]) USD,EUR,GBP ([[NETELLER]]) EUR (SEPA bank wire) || {{Table Value Yes}} || Trading through Second Life Linden Dollars (highly liquid). See [[VirWoX]] article for instructions on how to buy and sell bitcoins. Variable limits on PayPal and Credit Card deposits.
|}

==Small amounts==

For smaller amounts conversion fees are usually too expensive. Thus other methods are usually a better choice. The following exchanges will enable you to redeem smaller amounts of bitcoins at reasonable rates:

* [[BitcoinExchange Services]] - Cash out your Bitcoins to PayPal, MoneyGram, Western Union, prepaid debit cards, Visa gift cards, or gift cards to ALL major businesses, retail shops, restaurants, hotels, etc.
* [[Britcoin]] Trade your BTCs for GBP on the exchange.
* [[Bitcoin 2 Credit Card]] purchase virtual VISA prepaid cards with bitcoins
* [[Bitcoin2Cash]] Redeems bitcoins with cash mailed to you
* [[Bitcoin 4 Cash]] Redeems bitcoins with cash mailed to you
* [[Nanaimo Gold]] Redeem bitcoins for Liberty Reserve (automated) or for money transfer, money order or direct deposit within Canada.
* [[Bitcoin Brasil]] Cash exchange that redeems bitcoins for BRL, USD.
* [[Bitcoin Morpheus]] purchase reloadable debit cards with bitcoins
* [[Bitcoin Market]] Trade your BTCs for PayPal, MoneyBookers, Liberty Reserve or Pecunix.
* [[BitMarket.eu]] Trade your BTCs for EUR, GBP and PLN (SEPA bank transfer).
* [[Bitcoin.com.es]] Trade your BTCs for EUR (Bank transfer).
* [[Bitcoil]] Trade your BTCs for ILS (Israeli New Shekel). Proceeds received through bank transfer.
* [[Bitomat]] Trade your BTCs for PLN on the exchange.
* [[bitcoin.local]] arranges for exchanging currencies in person with someone nearby
* [[CoinCard]] purchase virtual prepaid cards with bitcoins
* [[Bitcoin Cashout]] purchase virtual prepaid cards with bitcoins
* [[BTC Network]] Trade your BTCs for Vanilla VISA prepaid cards.
* [[bitcoin-otc]] IRC trading marketplace will usually have people willing to deal for small and larger amounts using various payment methods, including [[PayPal]], [[Dwolla]], [[Linden Dollars]], etc.
* [[btcbuy]] Simple interface to trade your BTCs for Amazon or NewEgg gift cards

==See Also==

* [[:Category:Digital currencies|Digital currencies]]
* [[Buying bitcoins]]
* [[Secure Trading]]

Buying bitcoins

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HEP:

One issue currently facing a newcomer to bitcoin is, how do I get some? While there is the [[bitcoin faucet]] that can get you started with a small fraction of a coin, when getting larger amounts the user faces an abundance of choice. This page will cut through the clutter, and help direct you to the right exchanger for your needs.

==Large amounts==

For large amounts of bitcoin (USD 1000 or more), you probably would get the best rate if you deposit funds via bank wire, ACH, Euro bank transfer, or via [[Liberty Reserve]] into a major exchange.

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Exchange || Type || Adding Funds || Withdrawing Funds || [[eWallet]] || Notes
|-
| [[MtGox]] || Market || BTC Liberty Reserve USD USD (bank wire) USD ([[Dwolla]]) USD (ACH) EUR (SEPA bank wire) AUD (Bank wire)|| BTC Liberty Reserve USD USD ([[Dwolla]]) USD (ACH Direct Deposit) EUR (SEPA bank wire) || {{Table Value Yes}} || Restrictions and limits on withdrawals.
|-
| [https://www.tradehill.com/?r=TH-R11532 Tradehill] || Market || BTC USD || BTC USD || {{Table Value Yes}} || Just opened, more payment methods to come.
|-
| [[Britcoin]] || Market || BTC GBP (bank deposit) PokerStars USD || BTC GBP (bank deposit) PokerStars USD || {{Table Value Yes}} ||
|-
| [[Btcex]] || Market || BTC USD (international wire) EUR (bank transfer) JPY (bank transfer) RUS (RUB, Yandex, WebMoney) || BTC USD (international wire) EUR (bank transfer) || {{Table Value Yes}} || USD handled in Switzerland. EUR through Finland (SEPA) RUS (RUB, Yandex, WebMoney).
|-
| [https://www.virwox.com VirWoX] || Market || BTC SLL (Second Life) ACD (Avination) OMC (OpenSim) USD,EUR,GBP,CHF ([[PayPal]]) USD,EUR,GBP (Credit & Debit cards via [[Moneybookers]]) USD,EUR,GBP ([[NETELLER]]) EUR (DIRECTebanking / Sofortüberweisung) USD,EUR,GBP,CHF ([[paysafecard]]) EUR (SEPA bank wire) || BTC SLL (Second Life) ACD (Avination) OMC (OpenSim) USD,EUR,GBP,CHF ([[PayPal]]) USD,EUR,GBP ([[Moneybookers]]) USD,EUR,GBP ([[NETELLER]]) EUR (SEPA bank wire) || {{Table Value Yes}} || Trading through Second Life Linden Dollars (highly liquid). See [[VirWoX]] article for instructions on how to buy and sell bitcoins. Variable limits on PayPal and Credit Card deposits.
|}

==Small amounts==

For smaller amounts, the options are limited due to bank transfer fees, conversion fees and transaction size restrictions. Options include:

{| class="wikitable"
|-
| Service || Type || Payment Method || Notes
|-
| [[BitcoinExchange Services]] || Fixed Rate || Cash USD, MoneyPak, LR, MoneyGram, Western Union, Pecunix || Selling BTC/MtGoxUSD/LR - Will cash out to PayPal, MoneyGram, Western Union
|-
| [[Britcoin]] || Market || GBP (bank deposit) || No charge for GBP deposits.
|-
| [[Bitcoin Market]] || Market || USD (PayPal) USD (Liberty Reserve) USD (MoneyBookers) GAU (Pecunix) || Varies (person to person)
|-
| [[BitMarket.eu]] || Market || EUR GBP USD PLN (Polish złoty) RUB || Varies (person to person)
|-
| [[Bitcoin.com.es]] || Fixed Rate || EUR (bank deposit) || Bank transfer or cash deposits at OpenBank in Spain.
|-
| [[Bitomat]] || Market || PLN (bank deposit) || No charges
|-
| [[Nanaimo Gold]] || Fixed Rate || USD (Liberty Reserve) Western Union money transfer Moneygram money transfer Cash in the mail || LR <--> Bitcoin exchange is automated For cash in the mail send USD, EUR, CAD, or GBP. Canada mailing address.
|-
| [[Bitcoin Brasil]] || Fixed Rate || BRL (Brazilian Real) USD || Cash exchange
|-
| [[Bitcoil]] || Fixed Rate || ILS (Israeli New Shekel)|| Payment via bank transfer.
|-
| [[Bitcoin 4 Cash]] || Fixed Rate || Cash in the mail || Send USD or CAD. Canada mailing address.
|-
| [[Bitcoin2Cash]] || Fixed Rate || Cash in the mail || U.S. mailing address.
|-
| [[Bitcoin Morpheus]] || Fixed Rate || Cash, check or money order through the mail || U.S. mailing address for cash transactions.
|-
| [[bitcoin.local]] || Directory || Varies (person to person)
|-
| [[bitcoin-otc|#bitcoin-otc]] || [http://bitcoin-otc.com/vieworderbook.php Order Book] || Varies (person to person) || IRC trading marketplace will usually have people willing to deal for small and larger amounts using various payment methods, including [[PayPal]], [[Dwolla]], [[Linden Dollars]], etc.
|-
| [[Ubitex]] || In person exchange || Varies (person to person)
|}

==eWallet==

Some [[:Category:Services|services]] hold your bitcoins in an [[eWallet]] and provide funding methods.

* [[YouTipIt]] Add funds with PayPal.

==See Also==

* [[:Category:Digital_currencies|Digital Currencies]]
* [[Selling bitcoins]]
* [[Secure Trading]]

[[Category:Exchanges]]
[[Category:Introduction]]
[[zh-cn:购买bitcoins]]

TradeHill

2011-06-09T23:21:51Z

HEP:

A bitcoin [[currency exchange]] site.

This exchange escrows funds before trading and then matches buyers with sellers. The exchange's web site shows copyright TradeHill Co. Ltd. The FAQ describses how the terms of Use shall be governed by the laws applicable in the Republic of Chile.

==Adding Funds==
Funds deposited with the exchange for escrow towards placing a buy order include the following.

===USD===

* [[Dwolla]] (instant)
* [[Liberty Reserve]] (instant)
* International Bank Transfer (International and HSBC) (A fee is incurred, 1-3 business days)
* U.S. Domestic Bank Transfer (No fees by the exchange, 1-3 business days)

===BTC===

* Adding bitcoins to the account balance incurs no fees.

===CLP===

* CL (Chile) Domestic Bank Transfer (No fees by the exchange, 1-3 business days)

===INR===

* IN (India) Domestic Bank Transfer (No fees by the exchange, 3-4 business days)

===PEN===

* PE (Peru) Domestic Bank Transfer (No fees by the exchange, up to 24 hours)

==Withdrawing Funds==

===USD===

* [[PayPal]] There are PayPal fees incurred.
* [[Dwolla]] Incurs Dwolla's $0.25 per-transaction fee.
* ACH Bank Transfer (No fee charged_
* Amazon Payment (Funds transferred to your Amazon Payments account.
* [[Liberty Reserve]] (Fees 1% up to maximum of $2.95 USD per transaction)
* [[MoneyPak]] (Fees $10 per $500 transferred)
* Virtual gift card - Mastercard - Green Dot (Fees $10 per $500)
* Virtual gift card - Amazon (1%, minimum of $5)
* Virtual gift card - iTunes
* Game cards
* Donation to charity (Red Cross, Electronic Frontier Foundation)

===CLP===

* CL (Chile) Domestic bank transfer to any Chilean bank. (No fees.)

===INR===

* IN (India) Domestic bank transfer to any Indian bank. (Fee for deposit may be charged by your bank.)

==Trading==

Limit orders are placed with a specific price. When a counterparty is founds, the trade will execute. Partial fills are possible.

Market orders are accommodated through a method that involves quotations.

===Fees===

Trades on the exchange incur a commission (fee) from 0.25% to 0.75% of each trade. The actual rate is specified in the user's account profile.

==History==

First mention on the site was on June 8th, 2011<ref>[http://forum.bitcoin.org/index.php?topic=13650.0 Bitcoin Worldwide Exclusive: New Competitor to MtGox: http://TradeHill.com]</ref> which is also the "go live" date display on the exchange's status page<ref>[https://www.tradehill.com/Support/Status TradeHill Updates]</ref>.

==See Also==

* [[Buying bitcoins]]

==External Links==

* [http://www.tradehill.com/?r=TH-R11532 TradeHill]
* [http://twitter.com/tradehill @TradeHill] Twitter

==References==
<References />

[[Category:Exchanges]]