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How do I get bitcoins is one of the most commonly asked questions by new users. Although the process may seem confusing at first it is not as difficult as it might appear initially.
Step 1. Create a Bitcoin wallet.
A bitcoin wallet is website or program which you can use to hold store bitcoins and make transactions. This website offers a free wallet service, sign up takes a few seconds and all you need is a password. Simply click the start a new wallet button at the top of the page. Alternatively you can use the official bitcoin.org desktop client however some setup time is involved.
Step 2. Locate Your Bitcoin Address.
Once you have created a bitcoin wallet login and click receive money or receive coins. On this page will be a “bitcoin address” which is 34 – 36 character long and starts with 1. This address is all you need to receive payments.
Step 3. Buy Bitcoins
There are a number of bitcoin buying options located right inside your Blockchain.info wallet. Just click on the appropriate flag for your country to find the easiest way to purchase bitcoins.
Alternative Methods
Outside of your wallet, Bitcoin.com provides additional options with exchanges where you can buy bitcoin and live updates on the current bitcoin value.
