How do I buy cryptocurrency using Mercuryo?

You can find out how to buy cryptocurrency with Mercuryo using either our Widget, Wallet or Mobile Apps, you can find the relevant section below:

What is a crypto on-ramp?

A crypto on-ramp is a service that allows you to buy cryptocurrency using traditional (fiat) currency, such as EUR or USD. Mercuryo's Buy service acts as a crypto on-ramp, allowing you to purchase supported cryptocurrencies using available payment methods.
 

How does a crypto on-ramp work?

When using Mercuryo, you select the cryptocurrency you want to buy, choose the amount and available payment method, complete any required verification, and confirm your purchase. Once the transaction is successfully processed, the cryptocurrency is sent to the selected wallet.

Widget

Follow these steps to buy crypto in our Widget 👇

1. Enter the amount you want to spend in fiat currency or the amount of crypto you wish to purchase.
   
   
2. To change the fiat or crypto currency then simply tap the currency icons to select something else.
   
   
3. You can check the fees out by expanding the drop-down menu.
   
   
4. When you tap Buy, you'll move to the next step. Enter the wallet address for where you want to send your crypto.
   
   
    
5. You'll need to enter your email address and receive a 2FA code via email.
6. If you've used us before and have a Wallet account, you'll need to enter your password to log in.
7. Once that's done, enter your card details, if you're accessing the page on a mobile browser you can also choose Apple Pay or Google Pay (Subject to availability in your country).

Wallet

Follow these steps to buy crypto in our Wallet 👇

1. Tap Buy and enter the amount.
   
   
2. Then select the crypto you want to purchase.
   
   
   
    
3. Enter the amount you want to spend in fiat currency for purchase and click Order details button.
   
   
    

4. Check order fees and tap Buy.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   5. Add your card or choose the card that already added.
   
   
   
   6. Enter your CVC/CVV code and click the purple button, the final thing to do is authenticate via 3D Secure.
    

   💡 Important to know 
   When you add a new card to your Mercuryo wallet, we check your card using a €1 pre-authorisation to verify that your card details are valid. Normally, the €1 returns to your account within a few minutes after the card verification.

Mobile

Follow these steps to buy crypto in our Mobile App 👇

1. Select crypto currency you want to buy.
   
   
2. Indicate the amount for a purchase.
   
   
3. Select the card you want to use, or add a new one.
   
   
4. Enter the amount you want to spend in fiat currency or the amount of crypto you wish to purchase.
5. Enter your CVC/CVV code and click the purple button, the final thing to do is authenticate via 3D Secure.