Help:Getting started
Getting Started with Bitcoin
Welcome to Bitcoin! This guide will help you take your first steps in understanding and using Bitcoin securely and efficiently.
⚠ Warning: This wiki and the links it contains can be edited by anyone. Always verify that the URL to the site you are visiting is correct. Before trusting or sending your bitcoins to any website, search for additional community resources to see what other users are saying about the service.
Buying Bitcoin
You can acquire Bitcoin from reputable exchanges. Some widely used platforms include:
Always verify the legitimacy of an exchange before making a transaction.
Understanding Bitcoin
To get a quick introduction to Bitcoin:
- Watch this 2-minute introduction video.
- Learn why Bitcoin can be a good investment or an objectively better means of exchange.
Getting a Bitcoin Wallet
Before you start using Bitcoin, you’ll need a secure wallet:
- Hardware Wallets: Trezor, Ledger
- Mobile Wallets: BlueWallet, Electrum
- Web Wallets: Liquid Wallet, Bitcoin.com Wallet
For security, hardware wallets are highly recommended.
Participating in the Bitcoin Community
You can ask questions or discuss Bitcoin on:
Can I Earn Free Bitcoin?
No, there is no legitimate way to generate free Bitcoin out of nothing. Be cautious of scams offering "free money."
Where Can I Spend Bitcoin?
Bitcoin can be used to buy goods and services worldwide. Some directories to find merchants accepting Bitcoin include:
Frequently Asked Questions
For answers to common Bitcoin questions, check out the Bitcoin FAQ.
See Also
This page was last updated on 23 February 2025.