Unlike traditional currencies, USDC is not issued or maintained by a centralized government entity. Instead, a decentralized network of computer nodes is responsible for maintaining USDC. This decentralization means the holders and users of USDC can help to maintain the network.
Most find that the easiest and most secure way to purchase USDC is through a reliable cryptocurrency platform like Kraken. While USDC can be purchased using several different methods, Kraken offers the security, support and simplicity people often look for when buying cryptocurrencies like USDC.
At the current market rate, it costs €0.85 to purchase one USDC. Kraken makes it easy to buy & sell USDC with confidence.
Yes, Kraken offers a secure and easy to buy €100 worth of USDC. At its current price, €100 equals 117.8705 USDC.
Kraken employs advanced security measures, including encryption and account protection, to ensure your USDC purchase is secure. However, while Kraken provides a secure platform, market volatility can still affect your USDC investment. You should do your own research on USDC price before buying.
The short answer is, it depends on your own individual circumstances and risk tolerance. For those that see a long term prospect behind decentralization, USDC may be a worthwhile purchase.
Kraken supports a variety of government-issued fiat currencies, including US Dollar (USD), Euro (EUR), Canadian Dollar (CAD), and others. For the full list of supported fiat currencies, please visit this article.
Kraken offers competitive fees for USDC transactions, which are influenced by the trading amount and payment type. Learn more about Kraken’s fee structure.
You can buy as little as €10 worth of USDC on Kraken. Kraken also allows you to set up recurring buys (charges apply) so you can continuously accumulate small amounts of USDC regularly.
To buy USDC with PayPal on Kraken, deposit funds by selecting "Deposit" on your account homepage. Choose an asset like USDC, select PayPal as the method and connect your PayPal account if needed. Enter the deposit amount, confirm, and once funds are added, use them to purchase USDC.
You can buy USDC using a debit card certain regions on Kraken. Learn more about our Supported currencies and payment methods here.
To buy USDC using a credit card issued by a bank in France, navigate to the "Buy Crypto" section, add your card details and follow the steps to finalize the transaction. Debit & credit card purchases are available to Kraken users with Intermediate or Pro level verified accounts and residence in a supported country. Kraken accepts Visa or Mastercard that support 3D Secure (3DS) which is in the same legal name as your Kraken account.
Kraken makes it easy to buyUSDC using other cryptocurrencies. If the direct trading pair is not available, you can use Kraken's Convert feature to seamlessly swap any listed crypto for USDC. Browse the USDC markets available on Kraken or use the Convert tool to trade between hundreds of cryptocurrencies quickly and easily. For a complete list of trading pairs, visit the Kraken support center.
Yes, the USDC you buy on Kraken is yours. Kraken makes it easy to withdraw your USDC to any hot wallet or cold wallet that supports USDC. Simply enter the external wallet address and your USDC will be in your wallet a few moments later.
We take every measure possible to keep the USDC you choose to leave on Kraken secure and accessible to you. While we still believe the safest place for your crypto is in your own cryptocurrency wallet, we constantly strive to be as transparent and secure as possible when you trust us with your USDC. Learn more about our globally-recognized security standards.
The current circulating supply of USDC is 70,638,099,863 USDC.
