How to Get Started with Bitcoin
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Last Edit Mar 23, 2026
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Croydon Hampton
years ago i invested with(cannot remember)in bitcoin.The person i was dealing with stopped his contact and i basically wrote my investment off on advice from a lady @ the bank.Now all of a sudden i keep getting contact from people saying that i have monies quoted from three of them the amount of AUS $40,000.00 and that with anydesk they can recover the amount for me. One quoted 10% recovery fee ,the other a5% recovery fee.They all say that they need the anydesk for me to access/open my account from the fraud advisor i had. Any help/advice would be gratefully accepted, Regards Croydon Hampton
Aug 9, 2022, 05:35 AM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Croydon, Thanks for reaching out. Unfortunately, that is a common scam. We do not advise you to open an account with them. / CryptoRunner Team
Aug 10, 2022, 07:18 AM
Isreal ifechukwu
Please, I need your contact, it's been a long time I've been searching for someone to teach me about it
Jul 15, 2022, 10:49 AM
Oscar Carlson
Hello Isreal, If you have any questions that are not answered in the guide, please email us at contact@cryptorunner.com. / CryptoRunner Team
Jul 20, 2022, 10:44 AM
Joker2020
I just got a bitcoin wallet with exodus if I make a purchase online or the web lets say will the retailer know my personal information or my location?
Sep 23, 2021, 04:05 PM
Oscar Carlson
Hello, The retailer will see the location from your IP number. If you want to hide that you will need to get a VPN service. Regarding your personal information, that is up to you if you share it. Be safe! / CryptoRunner Team
Sep 24, 2021, 10:05 AM
DYCE
A brief on Bitcoin mining
Sep 1, 2021, 03:15 PM
Oscar Carlson
Hello, If you want to learn more about Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining I would recommend our guide: https://cryptorunner.com/what-is-bitcoin/ / CryptoRunner Team
Sep 5, 2021, 01:22 PM
Larry. J
Thanks so much for this information. Am new here.
Aug 2, 2021, 08:51 AM
CryptoRunner Team
Welcome Larry! Thanks for your comment. / CryptoRunner Team
Aug 9, 2021, 02:52 PM
Victory Smart
How can I start by having my own bitcoin account
Jun 20, 2021, 12:01 PM
Oscar Carlson
If this is your first time buying bitcoin, I would visit our buying guide here: https://cryptorunner.com/how-to-buy-bitcoin/ You don’t need a wallet to buy bitcoin, although we recommend it. Bitcoin exchanges will protect your bitcoin for you. The next step should be to buy a bitcoin wallet to protect them better, then visit our guide here: https://cryptorunner.com/bitcoin-wallets/ / CryptoRunner Team
Jun 29, 2021, 10:30 AM
Jhamaica Montano
Hi! Im interested but I just want to know if you buy bitcoin and join exchange trade then what will happen to your money?
Jun 20, 2021, 12:56 AM
Oscar Carlson
Hello Jhamaica, When you open an exchange account you will need to deposit a balance. The exchange is then storing that money for you. Because of this, it's important to only use regulated and trusted exchanges. I recommend to compare and open an account here: https://cryptorunner.com/compare-exchanges/ / CryptoRunner Team
Jun 28, 2021, 08:00 AM
Thelma Katzer
Hello I am new here how can buy bitcoin and make more bitcoin with a wallet?
Mar 30, 2021, 12:18 PM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Thelma, Thanks for your comment and welcome. For buying bitcoin we have a buy bitcoin guide that we recommend to read. If you want to make more bitcoin there are several ways to earn money. I would look at Coinbase since they have different ways of earning cryptocurrency on their website. You can read our Coinbase review to learn more. / CryptoRunner Team
Mar 31, 2021, 08:09 AM
carl
how do you change cryptocurrency into cash
Jan 14, 2021, 03:42 PM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Carl, There are basically two ways; You can meet a person who is willing to buy your cryptocurrencies with cash. There are websites like LocalBitcoins that help connecting buyers with sellers. But this is risky and nothing we recommend. The other way is to sell your cryptocurrency at an exchange, transfer it to your bank and withdraw cash at an ATM. This is the safe and easy way. / CryptoRunner Team
Jan 14, 2021, 04:59 PM
Maggie B
I'm in Papua New Guinea and I'm interested to become a member in Bitcoin but currently, the crypto currency is not available as yet in my country. Is there are any other ways to become a member or get myself registered? Please advise me on how to go about, thank you.
Nov 27, 2020, 03:40 PM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Maggie, Thanks for your comment. I just looked at which exchanges accept users from Papua New Guinea. There were many that didn't accept users in your country, so I understand your frustration. However, the CEX.IO exchange accepts users from Papua New Guinea. I recommend opening an account there, for more information read our review of them here: https://cryptorunner.com/reviews/cex-io/ / CryptoRunner Team
Nov 30, 2020, 08:00 AM
Megan Alder
It's interesting to know how popular Bitcoin has become, and how it's here to stay. My fiance is very interested in starting to invest in this market and wants to know more about the cryptocurrencies. I really appreciate that you elaborated on this article about bitcoins and their popularity.
Sep 28, 2020, 01:31 PM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Megan, If you click on "Guides" in the menu you will find all our guides about cryptocurrencies. Thanks for your comment! / CryptoRunner Team
Sep 29, 2020, 06:35 AM
Wihara Kris Villahermosa
What is a hardware bitcoin wallet?
Sep 15, 2020, 11:11 AM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Wihara, We get this question a lot! A hardware wallet is the most secure way to store your bitcoin and cryptocurrencies. It's an electronic device such as a USB stick, but with the difference that it uses special hardware and software to protect your crypto. Read our guide about bitcoin hardware wallets to learn more. / CryptoRunner Team
Sep 15, 2020, 03:06 PM
Prisca
Hi I'm interesting in btc, but I'm really confused on how it works... Someone gave me a few app's that are required to start ( Luno, Binance)and I'm confused if that's all ..
Sep 10, 2020, 05:35 PM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Prisca, I understand and know that bitcoin can be confusing. If you want to use the apps you mention it will be a bit complicated. However, they are not required! There are better solutions that we recommend for beginners. In our comparison table choose an exchange marked with "All-in-One" and you will get started in just a few minutes. / CryptoRunner Team
Sep 11, 2020, 08:51 AM
Samuel Adeshina
Hello... Am a new member here and I really want to start bitcoin. Please how can I start by having my own bitcoin account.
Aug 1, 2020, 10:13 PM
CryptoRunner Team
Hello Samuel, This is a common question from new visitors. The best way to get started is to buy a small amount of Bitcoin. In other words, learning by doing. To do that, you just need to open an account at an exchange that offers bitcoin. Scroll down and you will find the exchange that we recommend. / CryptoRunner Team
Aug 3, 2020, 10:46 AM
Dammy Badu
hi, i'm new here, i'll like to start bitcoin
Jul 29, 2020, 12:22 PM
Oscar Carlson
Hello Dammy, Thanks for your comment! I'm glad that you want to get started with bitcoin. Just follow our step-by-steps above and let me know if you have any questions. / CryptoRunner Team
Jul 29, 2020, 12:33 PM
Sandra crawn
Min 50 how munch is that in bitcoins
Jul 6, 2020, 12:45 AM
Oscar Carlson
Hello Sandra, The bitcoin price goes up and down every day. Please visit this page to see the current bitcoin price in real-time: https://cryptorunner.com/live-cryptocurrency-prices/ / CryptoRunner Team
Jul 10, 2020, 04:25 PM
Louis
How do i get a bitcoin account
Feb 10, 2020, 08:43 AM
Oscar Carlson
Hello Louis, We have updated the guide with step-by-step buying instructions above! / CryptoRunner Team
Feb 10, 2020, 05:30 PM
Darren Fogarty
I am interested in Bitcoin but am very scared as I don`t know what I am doing. You say you can buy things with it, trade it, send it person to person etc etc. Very scared but also very interested.
Jan 21, 2020, 12:31 AM
Oscar Carlson
Hello Darren, I understand because the bitcoin price moves up and down every day. We recommend starting with buying a smaller amount of bitcoin. You will then learn how it works and become less scared as your knowledge grows! / CryptoRunner Team
Jan 25, 2020, 01:02 PM
segun
Hello am a new beginners please were can I get free bitcoin for a start. Thank you
Dec 24, 2019, 09:23 PM
Oscar Carlson
Hello, If you open an account at Coinbase they offer something they call "earn crypto". This means you get free cryptocurrency to watch educational videos. Check it out! / CryptoRunner Team
Dec 25, 2019, 12:16 PM
BTC
Thank you for these details, it is very interesting, So once again, much appreciated!
Dec 16, 2019, 10:57 PM
Oscar Carlson
Thank you! / CryptoRunner Team
Dec 17, 2019, 08:31 AM
Olalekan
How do I open a bitcoin wallet and start with bitcoin ?
Dec 15, 2019, 10:56 PM
Oscar Carlson
If this is your first time buying bitcoin, I would visit our buying guide here: https://cryptorunner.com/how-to-buy-bitcoin/ You don't need a wallet to buy bitcoin, although we recommend it. Bitcoin exchanges will protect your bitcoin for you. The next step should be to buy a bitcoin wallet to protect them better, then visit our guide here: https://cryptorunner.com/bitcoin-wallets/
Dec 16, 2019, 08:46 AM
Kayiira Johnchrysostom
Uganda is not in the list of states and I want to join what can I do .
Nov 15, 2019, 06:25 PM
Oscar Carlson
Hello Kayiira, If you live in Uganda, we would recommend using Coinbase. They are available in your country. Let us know if you have any other questions! / CryptoRunner Team
Nov 18, 2019, 01:40 PM
Kayiira Johnchrysostom
Please advise me on how to join because when I try to register they ask for which state yet Uganda is not in the list of states provided and there is no option to specify,so please am in Uganda and I want to join help me.
Nov 15, 2019, 06:21 PM
Reuben Duodu
So how to create my own Bitcoin account?
Oct 29, 2019, 04:26 PM
Oscar Carlson
If you want your own private account please follow our Bitcoin Wallet guide. Let me know if you have any questions! / CryptoRunner Team
Oct 30, 2019, 09:02 AM
Paul Dzukwa
This is a real guide to the beginners. Do you trust those people who advertise on Facebook?
Oct 20, 2019, 07:12 AM
Oscar Carlson
We can't answer that question without any more information. However, in general, you should be skeptical about ads for bitcoin. If the company pays for an ad, they also expect to make money on you. For example, with higher fees. You should always make a comparison before you make your decision! / CryptoRunner Team
Oct 22, 2019, 07:34 PM
Krypto Pan
An article very helpful for new users. Everything in one place. You could also mention or link an article about bitcoin scams to warn new users. Cryptocurrency scams are growing more and more. They are superbly camouflaged and it is difficult to distinguish them especially for beginners.
May 10, 2019, 10:26 AM
Oscar Carlson
Thanks for your comment! That is a good idea, our writers will soon update this guide. / CryptoRunner Team
May 15, 2019, 01:43 PM
Chris B.
This is a great guide, thank you! Very informative and straight to the point.
Mar 13, 2019, 05:55 AM
Oscar Carlson
Thanks Chris, happy to hear! / CryptoRunner Team
Mar 13, 2019, 05:04 PM
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