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🪙 What is Bitcoin (BTC)?

Bitcoin is the first and most well-known cryptocurrency, launched in 2009 as a decentralized, peer-to-peer alternative to traditional money. It introduced the concept of a blockchain—a public, immutable ledger—to securely record transactions without relying on central authorities. With a fixed supply of 21 million coins, Bitcoin is often seen as "digital gold," valued both for its scarcity and its role as a hedge against inflation. Unlike many newer crypto projects, Bitcoin doesn’t rely on smart contracts or complex tokenomics—its value comes from its security, simplicity, and status as the original crypto asset. Learn more

📥 How to Deposit BTC Into Your Coinmetro Account

For all information on how to deposit BTC into your Coinmetro account, please see the following help center article:

Supported networks on Coinmetro: Bitcoin

📤 How to Withdraw BTC From Your Coinmetro Account

For all information on how to withdraw BTC from your Coinmetro account, please see the following help center article:

Important Note - To request a withdrawal, your account profile needs to be verified as well as having the funds to cover your withdrawal. The first time a withdrawal is made to a destination, the destination needs to be confirmed via e-mail. If you have 2-Factor Authentication enabled for withdrawals, you will be asked to input the code for each withdrawal, approved or not. We suggest enabling 2-Factor Authentication to protect your account.

🌱 Grow Your BTC with Earn

Put your BTC to work and watch your holdings grow with BTC Earn on Coinmetro. BTC Earn is a simple way to grow your BTC balance while keeping your funds secure, and it only takes a few clicks to get started. Your rewards are paid out in BTC, meaning your balance can increase over time without needing to trade. It’s an easy and rewarding way to make the most of your Bitcoin holdings.

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