Getting started with crypto: a practical first-week plan

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Starting in crypto can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks the first week into small, safe steps so you don’t have to figure it all out at once.

Day 1–2: Pick a reputable exchange

Choose an established exchange, complete verification, and enable two-factor authentication before depositing anything.

Day 3–4: Make a small first purchase

Buy a small amount to learn the flow end to end. Fees and confirmations behave differently than you expect until you’ve done it once.

Day 5–7: Learn self-custody

Move a portion to a wallet you control. Write your recovery phrase on paper and never store it online.

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