How To Buy/Sell Bitcoin Without KYC

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FACT: There is No Perfect Privacy Solution for KYC Bitcoin

When I sat down to write this paper, I was responding to a question that came to our support desk from one of our crypto members of LearningCrypto.com. They asked for advice on how to cash out their Bitcoin (and other crypto) privately without having to identify themselves with KYC.

NOTE: IF YOU WANT TO SKIP AHEAD, THE KYC-FREE RESOURCE IS AVAILABLE AT THE END

Best No-KYC Bitcoin Exchanges To Buy

Here are some of the columns and notes included in the table:

  • Lightning Capable: Good news for BTC holders! There are still a few reliable CEX, DEX, and swap sites that accept LN transactions. I’ve included a list with extended notes.
  • P2P: This is a good option for Americans, as you can often get fiat USD deposited directly into your bank account using services like Zelle, CashApp, Venmo, PayPal, etc.
  • BTC Only: I have noted which DEX, P2P, and swap sites only have trading pairs with BTC and only accept BTC deposits.
  • BTC + Crypto: Websites that trade both BTC and other cryptocurrencies.
  • Crypto Only: Some sites do not deal with BTC at all.
  • KYC: This is straightforward: ‘Yes’, ‘No’, or ‘Partial’. In some cases, either the buyer or seller must give some KYC information to meet individual trade terms. If using bank deposits or money transfer services, you have to provide your account details for payment purposes.

The remaining columns in the spreadsheet should be self-explanatory.

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Note: The resources are to be used at your own risk.
Platform USA KYC LN Enabled BTC Only 2FA Mobile App Fiat Off Ramp Notes
RoboSats Y N Y Y N N Y Tor Browser Preferred
localsats.org Y N Y Y N Y Y Requires Breez wallet + browser to trade
lnp2bbot Y N Y Y Y Y Y Requires a Telegram Account
BISQ Y N N Y N N Y Desktop App Required
P2PCoins Y N N N N Y New P2P site, most orders are in EUR
poloniex.com N N N/A N Y N/A Y Based in Panama - USA Restricted
HodlHodl N N Y Y Y N Y Not available for USA
bittylicious.com N P N Y N N Y UK Only - Requires bank details and phone number
totalcoin.io N P N N Y Y Y Phone number required - P2P - Europe and Asia market

While these non-KYC methods provide options for Bitcoin purchases, navigating the decentralized crypto landscape requires careful consideration of security, pricing, and best practices.

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Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency investments carry risk; you should always do your own research before making any investment decisions.

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