How To Buy VeChain (VET)
A Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1 -
Signup to Coinbase - Get Free $10
You’ll first need to purchase one of the major currencies. Exchanges usually accept either Bitcoin (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH) in exchange for Altcoins. Click the button below to register and receive your first $10.
Step 2 -
Send Your Funds To An Exchange
You’ll now need to send your Bitcoin (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH) over to an exchange. All exchanges have a similar deposit method. VeChain (VET) is available on Binance, so we’ll use that as an example. Unsure about how to send funds from Coinbase? (Follow this guide)
Make sure you’ve selected the correct coin you wish to deposit. BTC must be sent to a BTC deposit address, etc. If you are dealing with a Decentralized Exchange such as IDEX, these steps may be different (Follow Our Guide)
Step 2 -
Send Your Funds To An Exchange
You’ll now need to send your Bitcoin (BTC) or Ethereum (ETH) over to an exchange. All exchanges have a similar deposit method. VeChain (VET) is available on Binance, so we’ll use that as an example. Unsure about how to send funds from Coinbase? (Follow this guide)
Make sure you’ve selected the correct coin you wish to deposit. BTC must be sent to a BTC deposit address, etc. If you are dealing with a Decentralized Exchange such as IDEX, these steps may be different (Follow Our Guide)
Step 3 -
Locate VeChain (VET)
Once your deposit has confirmed, you’ll now have access to your funds and you can begin purchasing/trading. To purchase VeChain (VET) on Binance, you’ll want to hover over the “Exchange” tab and click on “Basic”.
To locate VeChain (VET), you’ll need to type the coins “ticker” (VET) into the search box highlighted in the picture we have provided. Make sure you have selected the correct pairing, we’ve highlighted this too. Click on “VET/BTC” to proceed.
Step 4 -
Purchase VeChain (VET)
Once you’ve located VeChain (VET), you’ll be presented with a Price Chart (Center) and some Order Books (Left). For now, we’re going to create our own Limit Order.
The “Price” field will be automatically filled with the most recent price VeChain (VET) was sold for although this can be changed to your desired price. The “Amount” field is the amount of VET you wish to purchase. The “Total” field is the total price in BTC that you will pay for the whole amount.
When you’re happy, click “Buy VET”. Your order will be filled when a Seller sells their VET for the price you submitted.
Step 4 -
Purchase VeChain (VET)
Once you’ve located VeChain (VET), you’ll be presented with a Price Chart (Center) and some Order Books (Left). For now, we’re going to create our own Limit Order.
The “Price” field will be automatically filled with the most recent price VeChain (VET) was sold for although this can be changed to your desired price. The “Amount” field is the amount of VET you wish to purchase. The “Total” field is the total price in BTC that you will pay for the whole amount.
When you’re happy, click “Buy VET”. Your order will be filled when a Seller sells their VET for the price you submitted.
Step 5 -
Withdraw VeChain (VET)
Unless you’re trading, never keep your coins on an exchange for an extended period of time. To withdraw your VeChain (VET), hover over the “Funds” tab and click on “Withdrawals”. VeChain (VET) can be safely stored using an Official Wallet, so we’ll use that.
Locate VeChain (VET) by using the drop-down box provided. Enter the amount of VET you’d like to withdraw taking into account the fees/minimums shown and make sure the withdraw address you have entered is yours and is correct.
When you’re happy, click “Submit”. You may be asked for phone/email verification before a withdrawal can be processed.
Congratulations!
You've Successfully Purchased & Stored VeChain (VET)
That’s it!
Withdrawals from Exchanges can take anywhere from 1-30 minutes depending on network usage. Once you’ve confirmed your withdrawal using VeForge Explorer and the VET is safe inside your wallet, you’re all done.
