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How to Buy Litecoin (LTC)
Buying Litecoin takes five steps: choose an exchange, open an account, deposit funds, buy, and store it safely. Before you start, see the current Litecoin price and What is Litecoin?.
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Steps to buy Litecoin
Choose an exchange
Pick an exchange with a spot market, such as those in the table below. Compare exchanges on volume, fees, security and access from your country.
Open an account and verify your identity
Sign up with your email and phone. Centralized exchanges require identity verification (KYC) before trading. Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA).
Deposit funds
Fund your account by bank transfer or by sending a stablecoin such as USDT from another wallet.
Buy Litecoin
Open the pair of Litecoin and your payment currency (for example USDT). Use a market order to buy at once or a limit order to buy at your price; enter the amount and confirm.
Store it safely
If you plan to hold Litecoin, withdraw it to a wallet you control. A hardware wallet is the safest option; never store or share your recovery phrase online.
Which exchanges list Litecoin?
| Exchange | Market | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Bybit | Spot | Visit exchange |
| Binance | Spot | Visit exchange |
Some of the exchanges with a spot market for LTC. Futures and perpetual markets do not deliver the coin itself.
Buying Litecoin: FAQ
Where can I buy Litecoin?
Litecoin is bought on centralized exchanges with a spot market, such as those in the table on this page.
What is the minimum amount to buy Litecoin?
Exchanges let you buy a fraction of a coin; the floor is the exchange's minimum order size, shown on the order screen.
How do I store Litecoin safely?
For long-term holding a hardware wallet is the safest option. If you keep it on an exchange, turn on 2FA and use a strong password; keep your recovery phrase offline.