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MoonPay offers a fast and easy way to buy Polkadot (DOT). Pay with a credit/debit card, bank transfer, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more.
How to buy Polkadot?
Buy Polkadot (DOT) in 100+ countries using the local currency of your bank account. We offer localized payment options that cater to regions all over the world.
Buying Polkadot (DOT) on MoonPay is easy. Just sign up for a free account in seconds from our app, then add a few personal details to verify your identity.
Select Polkadot from our catalog of over 100 cryptocurrencies available for purchase.
MoonPay works with leading non-custodial wallets like Ledger, Exodus, and Trust Wallet. And if you’re coming to MoonPay through your existing wallet, we’ll pre-fill your wallet address automatically.
The easiest way to buy Polkadot is by topping up your MoonPay balance. Just add funds in your MoonPay account to enjoy faster DOT purchases with lower fees, higher approval rates, and zero-fee withdrawals when you cash out to fiat.
Don't want to pay with your balance? No worries, there are still loads of options to choose from. You can pay with a credit/debit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or PayPal. We also support local options such as UK Faster Payments, SEPA, Pix in Brazil, as well as Venmo and bank transfers in the US. Once paid, that’s it — we’ll handle the rest.
Once you have your Polkadot (DOT) tokens secure in your preferred wallet, you're ready to use them to participate in the Polkadot ecosystem.
Why is MoonPay the best way to buy DOT?
We use AES-256 encryption and we’re PCI-DSS compliant. We also hold the widely-respected ISO 27001 certification. This certification is independently audited and a global standard for managing information security.
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You can buy Polkadot in small or large quantities. Start by purchasing DOT for as little as $20 on MoonPay.
Buy Polkadot instantly with a credit or debit card, bank transfer, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more.
Purchase DOT in more than 100+ countries using the local currency of your bank account.
What can you do with DOT?
Store your newly purchased Polkadot in your preferred wallet. There are many custodial and non-custodial options to choose from, such as Ledger, Exodus, and Trust Wallet.
After you buy Polkadot, you can transfer it to anyone across the globe, as long as you know their wallet address.
DOT tokens can be used to participate in Parachain Auctions and contribute to the Polkadot ecosystem via governance, staking, and bonding.
Exchange your Polkadot for another cryptocurrency directly by using a DeFi application.
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What is Polkadot?
Polkadot is a blockchain protocol that enables different blockchains to work together and communicate with each other. It was built to connect the fragmented blockchain landscape in a single, decentralised ecosystem, all while maintaining speed and security at scale.
Frequently asked questions about buying Polkadot
MoonPay is a fast and flexible platform that allows users to easily buy, sell, and swap over 100 cryptocurrencies, including Polkadot (DOT), Bitcoin (BTC), and Ethereum (ETH). We offer a variety of payment methods like credit/debit cards and Apple Pay for fast DOT deliveries to your non-custodial wallet within minutes. MoonPay believes in self-custody and decentralization, and our ISO 27001 certification means that we implement security measures to protect users' transactions.
Want to buy DOT a credit card? You’re in luck. MoonPay accepts most major credit and debit cards, including VISA and MasterCard. If you want to buy Polkadot with a card, just enter the amount in DOT or fiat currency, then enter your crypto wallet address.
How much DOT you can buy will depend on your account limit, with higher purchases requiring increasing/different KYC levels. The minimum amount you can purchase is $20.
Only you can determine whether buying DOT is worth it, and you should remember that purchasing any cryptocurrency carries certain risks. Some factors that others may consider when deciding whether to make a purchase are the token's price, market cap, supply, as well as your individual risk appetite. MoonPay cannot offer you investment advice and cannot tell you whether any cryptocurrency is worth buying. Always remember to do your own research before making any purchase!
No one can decide the perfect time to buy cryptocurrency. If you want to buy Polkadot, you can do so via a one-time purchase, or through a recurring buy order. Recurring crypto purchases allow you to gain DOT price exposure over time, helping to limit the risk of volatility through dollar-cost averaging principles.
Polkadot (DOT) can be used as a cryptocurrency. DOT can also be used to participate in the Polkadot network through governance, staking, and bonding. Through governance, DOT holders have voting rights for decisions regarding network fees and blockchain upgrades.
Staking allows users to earn rewards by serving as validators and nominators. Bonding allows DOT tokens to be used within the network to connect disparate blockchains and take advantage of their functionality.
