How do I buy Cryptocurrency on PayPal?
PayPal's crypto purchasing service is temporarily paused while we update our system to comply with new UK regulations. You can continue to hold your crypto, or you may sell if you choose.
The following information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement of this type of Cryptocurrency. Consider seeking tax and financial advice from licensed professionals. The cryptocurrency service is currently available to PayPal Personal account holders only.
Buy it. Sell it. Hold it.
Crypto, short for cryptocurrency, is a digital currency you can buy, sell, and securely hold in your PayPal account.
Go at your own pace
Get started with cryptocurrency for as little as £1. You decide how much you want to participate, so it's easier to stick to a budget and buy what makes sense for you.
What funding sources am I able to use to buy Crypto?
Customers can use their PayPal balance, bank, and debit card to buy crypto. Customers will not be able to use a credit card or their PayPal Credit.
Here’s how to buy cryptocurrency with PayPal on the web:
- Click Finances.
- Click Buy.
- Choose a crypto to buy.
- Choose an amount and frequency (Daily, Weekly, Biweekly, or Monthly.)
- Frequency will default to One-time.
- Choose a payment method and tap Next.
- Click Buy Now.
To buy cryptocurrency in the app:
- Tap
Crypto. - Select one of the cryptocurrencies.
- Tap Buy. (You may have to confirm some info.)
- Read the Terms and Conditions, then tap Agree and Continue.
- Enter the amount you want to buy and tap Next.
- Choose a payment method, then tap Buy Now.