How to Buy Filecoin (FIL)

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Price of Filecoin Today (24h)$5.63-3.67%
Filecoin (FIL) is a token issued on the filecoin. Through the collective efforts of the Filecoin development team and community members, the number of applications supporting FIL has been gradually increasing, demonstrating significant potential within the crypto industry. More and more people are becoming interested in Filecoin. They wish to invest or purchase Filecoin (FIL), but may not know how to get started. Here, we will guide you through all the information you need to know about purchasing Filecoin. Regardless of your location, Bitrue can provide you with a simple and secure way to buy FIL.

Where and how to buy Filecoin

When it comes to purchasing Filecoin (FIL), users may focus on various factors, such as cryptographic wallets, on-chain protocols, and other complex operations. Fortunately, Bitrue exchange allows you to buy Filecoin in a simple and quick manner. Just register through the official website or app, verify your identity, set up your payment methods (such as credit cards/debit cards/bank transfers), or deposit cryptocurrencies to your Bitrue wallet for spot trading. The purchased FIL will be stored in your crypto wallet account to ensure asset security. Below is a step-by-step guide on how to buy Filecoin (FIL) through Bitrue.

Steps to Buy Filecoin (FIL)

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Step 1 Create a Bitrue Account

  • - Register through the official website, Bitrue.com.
  • - Download the Bitrue App and complete the registration process.
  • After successfully registering your Bitrue account, follow the security prompts on the website or app to enable Google 2FA for account dynamic verification.
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Step 2 Complete KYC Verification

Visit the identity verification page on the Bitrue official website or app, select your country or region, upload valid identification documents, and submit a selfie. Once the identity verification is successful, you will receive a notification.
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Step 3 Choose the method to Buy Filecoin (FIL)

  • Buy Filecoin through Spot Markets

    • Note: Currently, the most popular Filecoin spot trading pairs include FIL/USDT and FIL/USDC. Before purchasing Filecoin (FIL) in the spot market, please ensure that your Bitrue wallet has a sufficient amount of cryptocurrencies (e.g. USDT, USDC). If your account does not have enough cryptocurrencies, you will need to recharge your Bitrue account.
    • 1. Click on "Trade" -> "Spot" on the Bitrue official website or app.
    • 2. Select Filecoin (FIL) from the list of cryptocurrencies.
    • 3. Enter the quantity of FIL you want to purchase, either at the market price or set a target price for buying Filecoin.
    • 4. Confirm the purchase order.
    • 5. Transaction completed.
    • If Bitrue exchange currently does not support the above methods for purchasing Filecoin (FIL), users can only deposit FIL assets into their Bitrue accounts through a cryptocurrency wallet or choose a decentralized exchange (DEX) that supports FIL trading pairs for purchasing.
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Step 4 Successful Purchase

  • The purchased Filecoin assets are stored by default in your Bitrue cryptocurrency wallet or trading account. You can use Bitrue to trade other cryptocurrencies, stake for passive income, or withdraw it to an external Filecoin cryptocurrency wallet.
  • Note: If you have not received your Filecoin (FIL), visit the help center or contact online customer support for assistance.

Alternative methods to acquire Filecoin

Apart from directly buying Filecoin (FIL), what are the alternative methods to acquire Filecoin ?

Fixed Auto-Investment in FIL

Regularly invest a fixed amount at scheduled intervals in Filecoin (FIL) digital assets, enjoying both short-term returns and long-term benefits.

Staking FIL

Flexible staking of Filecoin (FIL) digital assets to earn interest or high returns in other cryptocurrencies.

Get Filecoin (FIL) for free

If you have enough time, you can obtain Filecoin for free through the following methods:
- Invite friends to join the Bitrue coupon event and earn free Filecoin (FIL).
- Join the Bitrue Rewards Center, participate in ongoing challenges and airdrops to receive free Filecoin.
- All cryptocurrency airdrops and rewards can be exchanged for FIL through coin-to-coin exchange or spot trading.

How to keep your Filecoin safe and secure

Once you have purchased Filecoin, it is crucial to store it in a secure location. Bitrue is a secure, transparent, technologically stable, and user-friendly cryptocurrency exchange. Bitrue allows you to store Filecoin and other digital assets in the encrypted wallet of your platform account, enabling you to trade, deposit, and withdraw anytime, anywhere.
If you are highly familiar with operating on-chain Filecoin wallets, you also have the option to store Filecoin (FIL) separately in a personal encrypted wallet. This wallet serves to keep your Filecoin secure and accessible, allowing you to send and receive it while maintaining control.
To ensure the security of your Filecoin, consider the following types of encrypted wallets:
- Mobile Wallets: Store your private key in an application on your smartphone.
- Web Wallets: Third-party-controlled online servers that store your private key.
- Desktop Wallets: Computer programs that allow you to store your private key on a hard drive.
- Hardware Wallets: Physical devices for offline storage of private keys.
Note: Cryptocurrency wallets do not technically store your Filecoin encrypted assets. Instead, the assets remain on the blockchain, and access is granted using the digital private keys stored in the wallet.

Why Bitrue is the Best Platform for Buying Filecoin (FIL)

User-friendly Interface
Trading cryptocurrencies on Bitrue is a breeze, requiring just a few simple steps to instantly purchase Filecoin.
Swift Deposits and Withdrawals
Our efficient real-time trading system ensures your Filecoin assets are instantly depositable and withdrawable.
Security and Stability
With dual-factor authentication, multi-signature support, and cold-hot wallet segregation technology, we ensure the systematic security of Filecoin.

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Some market stats about FIL

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FILFilecoin Price Now:
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Filecoin is falling this week.

The price of Filecoin has dropped by -0.7% in the last 7 days. It has seen a -3.67% decrease in the past 24 hours and a -0.84% decrease in just the last hour. The current price is $5.63 per FIL. Filecoin is dropped -79.08% from its all-time high of $26.94.

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FAQ About Buy Crypto

What is Filecoin?

Filecoin (FIL) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2020. Users are able to generate FIL through the process of mining. Filecoin has a current supply of 179,019,402. The last known price of Filecoin is 18.03729675 USD and is up 4.37 over the last 24 hours. It is currently trading on 184 active market(s) with $243,598,179.20 traded over the last 24 hours. More information can be found at https://filecoin.io/.

How many Filecoin are there in total?

The total supply of Filecoin is 1,960,483,000 and the Circulating Supply is 553,432,921 .

Why are people buying Filecoin?

People buy Filecoin for various reasons. Some view it as an investment, expecting its value to increase, while others appreciate its decentralization and anonymity, seeking to avoid restrictions of traditional financial systems. Additionally, Filecoin serves as a digital asset with transactions independent of central authorities. Overall, motivations for purchasing Filecoin include investment, risk diversification, and trust in new digital assets.

Where is the preferred place to buy Filecoin?

Bitrue exchange, with its secure and stable platform, user-friendly interface, low fees, and high liquidity, stands as the best exchange for millions of users to purchase FIL.

Should I buy Filecoin?

Deciding whether to buy Filecoin depends on individual financial goals, risk tolerance, and understanding of the digital asset market. Filecoin investments involve market volatility and risks, so it's advisable to thoroughly understand its characteristics and market conditions before purchasing. If you have investment experience, can withstand price fluctuations, and are willing to accept potential losses, buying Filecoin (FIL) may be a suitable investment choice. However, remember that all investments come with risks.

How much does it cost to buy 10 FIL?

To purchase 10 FIL, the cost in USD would be $56.35.

What are the fees for buying Filecoin?

Bitrue offers the lowest fees across all cryptocurrencies. Check the fee rates for all cryptocurrencies here.

How to use Apple Pay to buy FIL?

Currently, Bitrue does not support purchasing FIL or adding fiat currency using Apple Pay.

How to use Google Pay to buy FIL?

Currently, Bitrue does not support purchasing FIL or adding fiat currency using Google Pay.

How to use Paypal to buy FIL?

Currently, Bitrue does not support purchasing FIL or adding fiat currency using Paypal.

What can I do with Filecoin?

You can use Filecoin to pay for goods and services, invest, transfer and remit, preserve assets, participate in DeFi, donate, and more.

How to sell my Filecoin?

If your Bitrue wallet does not hold Filecoin, you need to deposit FIL into your Bitrue account. If you already have FIL, log in to your trading platform account, find the Sell option, usually located on the OTC or market trading page. Enter the quantity of FIL you want to sell, select the selling price, confirm the sell order, and once your FIL is successfully sold, you can withdraw funds to your set bank account or other payment methods.

Can I purchase Filecoin (FIL) worth 1 US dollar?

In theory, Filecoin (FIL) can be divided into many units of 1 US dollar each, but on Bitrue, the minimum order amount for FIL is 10 US dollars.
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