How to create a Coinbase account

Cryptocurrency has become a hot topic over the last period of time. With the increasing amount of demand we are here to help you get started setting up an account on one of the biggest crypto-trading platforms!

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Create a Coinbase account in a few easy steps

Before you are able to create an account there are a few requirements asked of you.

  • A minimum age of 18

  • A computer or smartphone with internet

  • A government-issued photo ID (Coinbase does not accept passport cards)

  • A phone number connected to your smartphone (2-step verification)

  • The latest version of your browser (we recommend Chrome), or the latest Coinbase App version. If you’re using the Coinbase app, make sure your phone’s operating system is up-to-date.

Step #1 - Register your account

Navigate to the Sign-up page on www.coinbase.com via your desktop or mobile phone.
(Press the ‘Get started’ button)

The following information will be asked from you. Make sure to fill in the correct information:

  • Legal full name (This will be verified later)
  • Email address (make sure you have access to the email)
  • Password (store this somewhere to make sure you can recover it)
 

1. Read the user agreements and privacy policy 

2. Check the box and hit the sign up/create account button (An email verification will be sent to your email) 

3. Click ‘verify email address’ inside the email that you’ve been sent from Coinbase (Email will always be from no-reply@coinbase.com).

If the email does not appear in your inbox make sure to check your spam folder or any other folders that filter incoming messages from you mailbox

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Step #2 - Verify phone number

You have now registered and validated your Coinbase account. Now you’re set up for connecting your mobile phone with your account to complete 2-FA verification.

1. Sign into Coinbase, you will be asked to add a phone number

2. Select your country and enter your phone number

3. Click send code/continue (a 7-digit SMS code will be texted to the used phone number)

4. Fill in the code you have received in Coinbase

Once this is completed you have added 2-FA authentication to your account, this provides extra security to your account. Now you are asked to verify your personal information. 

Step #3 - Verify Personal info

You can do this by making a picture of the front of your ID-card, make sure the following things are visible:

  • First & last name
  • Date of birth
  • Address

Next you’ll be asked to answer the following questions:

  • What do you use Coinbase for?
  • What is your source of funds?
  • What is your current occupation 
  • Current employer
  • Last 4 digits of SSN

Hit continue to verify your personal information. Almost there, now all that’s left is to link a payment method to your account.

Step #4 - Add Payment Method

There is a wide range of payment options available like the once listed below

  • Bank transfer / Deposit with bank
  • Debit card
  • Wire transfer
  • SEPA transfer
  • 3D Secure Card
  • PayPal
  • Ideal
  • Or you can receive crypto direct into your account from an existing wallet.

Here is an overview of the coinbase payment options per nationality;

 Best ForBuy Sell Deposit Withdraw Speed
Faster PaymentsLarge amounts, GBP deposits, Withdrawing  ✘  ✘     ✔      ✔1-3 business days
SEPA TransferLarge amounts, EUR deposits, Withdrawing  ✘  ✘     ✔      ✔1-3 business days
3D Secure CardInstant crypto purchases  ✔  ✘     ✘      ✘Instant
PayPalWithdrawals  ✘  ✘     ✘      ✔1 business day
Instant Card WithdrawalsWithdrawals  ✘  ✘     ✘      ✔Instant

Coinbase payment options for UK customers

 

Best for

Buy

Sell

Deposit

Withdraw

Speed

Bank Account (ACH)

Large and small investments

4-5 business days

Debit Card

Small investments and withdrawals

Instant

Wire Transfer

Large investments 

1-3 business days

PayPal

Withdrawals

Instant

Coinbase payment options for  US customers

 

Best For

Buy

Sell

Deposit

Withdraw

Speed

SEPA Transfer

Large amounts, EUR deposits, Withdrawing

1-3 business days

3D Secure Card

Instant crypto purchases

Instant

Instant Card Withdrawals

                                                                                  Withdrawals

  ✘

  ✘

      ✘

      ✔

            Instant

Ideal/Sofort

EUR deposits, buy crypto

3-5 business days

PayPal

                                                                                  Withdrawals

  ✘

  ✘

      ✘

  Instant

Coinbase payment options for EU customers

Coinbase Pros

  • Security

  • Easy of use (good for beginners)

  • Great user interface

  • Low minimum to start trading

Coinbase Cons

  • High fees

  • User does not control wallet key

  • Limited amount of Altcoins

  • Downtime during Bullruns

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