Log in

Guide

How to Buy Crypto on Coinbase

Updated: May 22, 2025
Published: May 20, 2025
0
Share:

When it comes to centralised exchanges, there are quite a few options. Some might go for Binance, while others might choose MEXC, but there's another exchange which is just as popular, which is Coinbase. It's one of the top exchanges from which anyone can buy crypto. Some might not know how to buy crypto on Coinbase, but that's why we're here to help.

Post Feature Image

From downloading the Coinbase app to buying crypto, we'll guide you through the entire process. We'll show you how to buy Ethereum on Coinbase.

TL;DR

To buy crypto on Coinbase, download the Coinbase app from your app store. Then, sign up, verify your email, set a password, and provide identification. Once your account is ready, you can purchase Ethereum by selecting it, entering the amount, and confirming the payment details. Always verify details before proceeding, and consider using a secure wallet like Argent. Finally, stay updated on the crypto market for informed decisions, and check Cryptonary for guidance and market updates.

Video Tutorial

Quick Step-by-Step Flow Chart

For those looking for a quick overview, here's a step-by-step flow chart that outlines the entire process at a glance. Refer to this chart if you want a visual guide to follow alongside the detailed steps below.

 

How to Buy Crypto On Coinbase Flowchart

 

Click Here for the Full High-Resolution Flow Chart

 

With that said, let's start by downloading the app.

Step 1: Download the Coinbase App

This step is quite simple.
  • Start by opening the app store and looking up the "Coinbase" app.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306603

 

  • Download the app.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306604

 

Once the installation process is completed, you'll be ready to set up your account.

Step 2: Setting Up Coinbase Account

To use the app, you'll need to create a Coinbase account.
  • First, tap on the "Sign up" option.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306605

 

  • After that, enter your email and tap on the "Continue" button.
Note: You'll receive a verification code on your email that you have to enter.

 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306606

 

  • Next, set a password for your account and tap on the "Continue" button.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306607

 

  • Enter your first and last name.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306608

 

  • After that, enter your phone number and tap on the "Continue" button.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306609

 

  • Enter the verification code you'll receive.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306610

 

  • Now, check the box and tap on the "Submit" button.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306611

 

After you provide identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence, your account will be ready for use.

Our Top Picks:

DOGWIFHAT

DOGWIFHAT

120,650%

SPX6900

SPX6900

17,000%

POPCAT

POPCAT

66,567%

PENDLE

PENDLE

5,002%

SOLANA

SOLANA

2,500%

HYPE

HYPE

1,740%

Don’t miss our next 100X

Trusted by 230K+ investors

Step 3: Buy Crypto

Now that your Coinbase account is ready to use, we can discuss how to buy crypto on Coinbase. The process is as simple as downloading the app. Just make sure that you have enough funds to purchase Ethereum.
  • Tap on the "Buy" option on the home page.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306612

 

  • Select "Ethereum" as the token you want to purchase.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306613

 

  • Enter the amount you want to spend and tap on the "Review Order" button.
Note: Make sure to select the payment method beforehand.

 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306614

 

  • Verify all of the details and tap on the "Buy now" button.
 

aligncenter size-full wp-image-306615

 

Wrapping Up

Once you complete all of the above-mentioned steps, you'll learn how to buy crypto on Coinbase in no time. Just make sure to verify all of the details before proceeding with the payment. To keep your crypto further secure, use a hot wallet like Argent Wallet. One thing that you should always keep in mind is to do your research before buying any kind of coin.

Even in the case of top coins, you should stay up-to-date with the market to maximise your profit. That's why if you need any kind of guidance, Cryptonary is here to help. No matter if it's a guide on the safest ways to buy crypto or recent market updates, we'll make sure to provide you with the most accurate information.

100% Success Money Back Guarantee

If our approach doesn’t outperform the overall crypto market during your subscription, we’ll give you a full refund of your membership. No questions asked. For quarterly and monthly subscribers this is applicable once your subscription runs for 6 consecutive months.

Terms & Conditions apply

Star

Trusted by 300,000+ traders

Take your next step towards crypto success

Save 50%

$799/year

Get everything you need to actively manage your portfolio and stay ahead. Ideal for investors seeking regular guidance and access to tools that help make informed decisions.

VisaCardImageMsCardImageCoinbaseCardImageSolanaCardImage

For your security, all orders are processed on a secured server.

What’s included in Pro:

  • Success Guarantee, if we don’t outperform the market, you get 100% back, no questions asked

  • 24/7 access to experts with 50+ years’ experience

  • All of our top token picks for 2025

  • Our latest memecoins pick with 50X potential

  • On hand technical analysis on any token of your choice

  • Weekly livestreams & ask us anything with the team

  • Daily insights on Macro, Mechanics, and On-chain

  • Curated list of top upcoming airdrops (free money)

Our track record speaks for itself

With over 2.4M tokens and widespread misinformation in crypto, we cut
through the noise and consistently find winning assets.

/images/advertorial/corpcomm3.webp
/images/advertorial/corpcomm4.webp
/images/advertorial/corpcomm5.webp

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We've consistently identified winners across multiple cycles. Bitcoin under $1,000, Ethereum under $70, Solana under $10, WIF from $0.003 to $5, PopCat from $0.004 to $2, SPX blasting past $1.70, and our latest pick has already 200X'd since June 2025. Everything is timestamped and public record.

No. When we founded Cryptonary in 2017 the market was new to everyone. We intentionally created content that was easy to understand and actionable. That foundational principle is the crux of Cryptonary. Taking complex ideas and opportunities and presenting them in a way a 10 year old could understand.

Signal vs noise. We filter out 99.9% of garbage projects, provide data backed analysis, and have a proven track record of finding winners. Not to mention since Cryptonary's inception in 2017 we have never taken investment, sponsorship or partnership. Compare this to pretty much everyone else, no track record, and a long list of partnerships that cloud judgements.

We share highly sensitive, time-critical research. Once it's out, it can't be "returned." That's why membership is annual only. Crypto success takes time and commitment. If someone is not willing to invest 12 months into their future, there is no place for them at Cryptonary.

Yes. You will have 24/7 to the team that bought you BTC at $1,000, ETH at $70, and SOL at $10. Through our community chats, live Q&As, and member only channels, you can ask questions and interact directly with the team. Our team has over 50 years of combined experience which you can tap into every single day.

Daily. We provide real-time updates, weekly reports, emergency alerts, and live Q&As when the markets move fast. In crypto, the market moves fast, in Cryptonary, we move faster.

If our approach to the market doesn’t beat the overall crypto market during your subscription, we’ll give you a full refund of your membership fee. No questions asked. For quarterly and monthly subscribers this is applicable once your subscription runs for 6 consecutive months.

Recommended from Cryptonary
This Week's Setup: 27th of October
Market Updates
This Week's Setup: 27th of OctoberIt’s a big week in markets, and you don’t want to miss what’s coming. The Fed meets, Trump and Xi ar...
7 min read
Oct 27, 2025
Time Sensitive: The 4x Market-Neutral Trade Everyone’s Missing
PRO
Research Report
Time Sensitive: The 4x Market-Neutr...Opportunities like this are rare in crypto. Most launches are driven by hype or speculation with no ...
11 min read
Oct 27, 2025
BTC, ETH and More: Breakouts Loom on Pennants, Key Levels Ahead
PRO
Market Direction
BTC, ETH and More: Breakouts Loom o...The market is coiling in pennants after the inflation beat. All eyes on major resistance and breakdo...
6 min read
Oct 24, 2025