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Depending on your country, you might be able to [https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=83209.0;all simply walk into a store and buy them in | Depending on your country, you might be able to [https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=83209.0;all simply walk into a store and buy them in a retail setting (Cash/credit card)]. | ||
=== Exchanges / Bitinstant === | === Exchanges / Bitinstant === | ||
Revision as of 17:36, 18 July 2012
This page aims to be the best resource for new users to understand how to buy Bitcoins. The existing Buying bitcoins page is too complex, and not noob-friendly.
Intro
You can't reliably buy Bitcoins using Paypal or credit cards. There are several ways, depending on your location.
Finding a direct seller
If you can find another person that is willing to sell them to you, you can transfer him money via whatever method (including Paypal), and he'll send you the Bitcoins. One place to look for people willing to sell is Bitcoin OTC.
Physical locations
Depending on your country, you might be able to simply walk into a store and buy them in a retail setting (Cash/credit card).
Exchanges / Bitinstant
You can try to buy via an Exchange or BitInstant.
Here is a video tutorial that will walk you through the process of using BitInstant: http://vimeo.com/44849463