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Discussion => Newbie discussion => Topic started by: Addict3d on August 11, 2013, 05:37 pm

Title: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: Addict3d on August 11, 2013, 05:37 pm
Hello I'm new to SR and bitcoins, and I really don't know where to buy bitcoins to a trusted and anonymous seller, I was going to use mtgox but I just read we should not use mt gox, if someone can help with this it could be really nice !
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: saladfingerz13 on August 11, 2013, 05:52 pm
I use VirWoX. I don't know if it's the best, but i've had no problems with it.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: Fox3h on August 11, 2013, 05:55 pm
I've personally always used BitBargain.  8)
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: titoprince on August 11, 2013, 06:25 pm
I've used localbitcoin and its super easy and very fast. You can do a transfer or buy them in person and in both cases there are security measures in place (escrow and a secret code for in person purchases).

Especially useful if your country doesn't allow anonymous wire transfers.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: folium on August 11, 2013, 06:35 pm
I use VirWoX. I don't know if it's the best, but i've had no problems with it.

VirWox is convenient but their fees should be lower. The biggest drawback is, however, their bid/ask markets spread.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: Addict3d on August 11, 2013, 06:37 pm
Thanks for answers guys :) !
I also found this https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/Category:Exchanges , really helpful.

VirWox looks nice because it accept paypal :)
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: SeekEnlighten on August 11, 2013, 06:41 pm
I used coinbase cuz it's easy as fuck but the thing is you have to verify the fuck out of yourself so be sure to use a coin tumbler...which I gotta learn how to use actually. Oh and your first transaction for bitcoin will take 7 days to complete :/

Idfk why but oh well...Im still waiting on mine.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: primetime00 on August 11, 2013, 06:45 pm
I've used btcquick then transfer to your bitwallet then sr wallet. Btcquick does require id and you can use credit/debit card but, it charges at 7.5% fee along with a 1.99 membership fee.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: snapback on August 11, 2013, 07:32 pm
Guys please do me a favor and do not use ANY method where you have to wire money from YOUR bank account. Dont give the LE the chance to track back the way of the money and do not leave any bitcoin charging traces belong to you personally.
Use localbitcoins.com to find a local face-to-face supplier or get into the BTC community ;)

Stay anonymous, cheers!
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: mynameis_420 on August 11, 2013, 07:54 pm
I can help, i was in the same boat as you not to long ago! Go to localbitcoins.com, there you sign up, process is very easy. Once you have signed up, simple looking for a person who is near your zipcode or do what i did. Fine a reputable dude, with a good rating. I can refer you to my guy, he is pretty big in the btc world and can do any amount of transaction. buy or sell!! I deposit $$ straight into his BOA account and within 20mins i have the btc in my wallet. Message me if you want his info!

Good luck
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: chelsie on August 11, 2013, 07:58 pm
Coinbase is the easiest.

Mining bitcoins is another option. I'm mining litecoins.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: folium on August 11, 2013, 08:01 pm
Guys please do me a favor and do not use ANY method where you have to wire money from YOUR bank account. Dont give the LE the chance to track back the way of the money and do not leave any bitcoin charging traces belong to you personally.
Use localbitcoins.com to find a local face-to-face supplier or get into the BTC community ;)

Stay anonymous, cheers!

Bank transfers are not the safest way in general but wiring to another country is pretty much safe. Safer, for sure.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: StaticTension on August 11, 2013, 08:07 pm
Coinbase is the easiest if you that bitcoin purchase followed and traced.

I'd use localbitcoins or use one of the vendors on SR with good feedback.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: Cannaisseur on August 12, 2013, 01:51 am
mtgox
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: hiesenberg on August 12, 2013, 01:53 am
look in money section
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: abercrombiekidjf on August 12, 2013, 01:58 am
use localbitcoins you cant go wrong
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: DevilDawg on August 12, 2013, 02:26 am
Im in the money section and on LocalBitcoins.com if you need BTC
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: Micromanage on August 12, 2013, 02:32 am
LocalBitcoins.com, mtgox
There are also vendors on SR that will sell them for money pack, just try to be careful some people get scammed.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: DevilDawg on August 12, 2013, 04:52 am
<--------- this guy takes Money Packs
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: slimsupa99 on August 12, 2013, 05:21 am
BTCquick works great, can use credit card
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: MrBlack999 on August 12, 2013, 05:23 am
Let me make clear to the n00bs here....buying BTC is NOT ILLEGAL period....


Mr.Black
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: beta1099 on August 12, 2013, 06:16 am
I just used localbitcoins and if you are in an area with lots of sellers it is awesome.
Title: Re: Where to buy bitcoins ?
Post by: spanky loc on August 12, 2013, 06:30 am
Depends how paranoid you are about buying the coins. I can't believe that there is a network of bankers, cops and whatnot following transactions of a few hundred, or even few thousand, dollars. I use the major exchanges myself, but there are more secure ways of buying, for which you'll obviously pay a higher price.