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How to buy and sell crypto on Investfora
A step-by-step guide to buying fifty cryptocurrencies with euros, understanding what you're doing, and deciding if it suits you.
What crypto is and why people hold it
Cryptocurrency is digital money that exists only on computer networks, not in a bank. Bitcoin was the first one, created in 2009. Since then, thousands more have been made, each one a separate piece of software with its own history, purpose, and community behind it.
People hold crypto for different reasons. Some believe the technology will change how money works. Others treat it like any other asset they might buy and sell. Some use it to move money across borders quickly. Some speculate on price movements. None of these reasons is more or less valid than another, but they mean different people have different needs.
What matters for you is understanding what you are buying, knowing you may lose money, and deciding whether crypto fits into your wider plans. Investfora lets you do this without forcing you to commit large amounts or lock money away.
The fifty coins you can buy here
Investfora offers fifty cryptocurrencies at live market prices. The list includes the largest and most widely known, like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as well as smaller ones with different purposes and communities. Each one is a real cryptocurrency traded on global markets, so the prices you see are the same prices everyone else sees worldwide.
You do not need to understand every coin to start. Most people begin with one or two that interest them, then explore others as they learn. Each coin's page shows you what it is, what it does, and its current price. Reading these descriptions before you buy is time well spent.
The smallest amount you can buy is one euro's worth of any coin. This means you can try crypto with a tiny amount first, or spread your money across many coins without needing large sums. There are no hidden fees or charges on top of the price you see.
Three steps to buy crypto
The first step is to transfer euros into your Investfora account. You do this by bank transfer using a unique reference shown in your dashboard. The money usually arrives within one to three working days. Until it arrives, it is not in your account and cannot be invested.
The second step is to choose which coin or coins you want. You decide the amount you want to spend on each one. Nothing happens until you confirm the purchase. When you do, euros from your cash balance are swapped instantly for the crypto at the live market price you see on screen.
The third step is to hold it or sell it. Your crypto sits in your account at live prices. You can sell it back to euros whenever you want in seconds. The cash goes back into your account balance. From there you can withdraw it by bank transfer, or use it for something else.
What you need to think about before you buy
The most important thing to understand is that crypto prices move up and down unpredictably, sometimes by large amounts in short periods. You may put in one hundred euros and have it worth fifty euros six months later. Or it could be worth one hundred and fifty euros. The value of your investment can go down as well as up, and you may get back less than you put in.
You should never put in more money than you can afford to lose entirely. This is not being pessimistic; it is being realistic. Crypto is not like a savings account or a fixed-term deposit. There is no guarantee of return. Some people lose money. You need to be prepared for that possibility.
Think also about why you are buying. Are you interested in the technology and community? Do you want to hold it long term and see what happens? Are you trying to spot short-term price movements? Are you diversifying money you have elsewhere? Your reason matters because it affects how you should behave. Someone holding for years might ignore price swings that would worry someone trading monthly.
How to manage your crypto once you own it
Once you have bought crypto, Investfora shows it to you on a dedicated screen for that coin. You see the amount you own, today's price, what it is worth in euros, and how the price has moved. This is all real-time information, so you are always looking at the current market.
You do not need to do anything. Your crypto will sit there and move in value as the market moves. Many people check their accounts only once a week or once a month. Others watch prices more closely. How often you look is up to you and has no effect on what happens.
You can sell at any time. If the price goes up and you want to take money out, you can. If the price goes down and you want to cut your losses, you can. If you simply change your mind about owning that coin, you can swap it back to euros instantly. This freedom is one of the main reasons people use crypto platforms.
Understanding the risks and limits
Crypto markets are open all day, every day, including weekends and holidays. Prices can move dramatically when traditional markets are closed. A coin could be worth one price when you go to bed and very different when you wake up. This volatility is built into the nature of these markets and no platform can change that.
Crypto has no deposit-guarantee scheme like banks do. Your euros in Investfora are covered by a guarantee scheme up to one hundred thousand euros per person per bank, but once they are converted to crypto, that protection does not apply. Your crypto is held securely, but you are taking on the market risk of owning it.
You should also be clear that Investfora does not give advice or recommendations about which coins to buy. The platform shows you information and lets you decide. This is intentional. It means you are in control, but it also means you need to do your own thinking about what makes sense for you.
Why start here
Investfora makes it easy to start small. Your first deposit is as little as two hundred and fifty euros, and you can buy as little as one euro's worth of any coin. This means you can learn without risking large amounts of money. You can test how you feel about owning crypto before committing more.
The platform shows you everything clearly. Your cash balance is separate from your crypto holdings. Each coin has its own screen so you are never confused about what you own or what it is worth. You can withdraw your euros or sell your crypto back instantly if you decide it is not for you.
Most importantly, you remain in control. You decide what to buy, when to buy it, and when to sell. Nothing happens automatically. No one can tell you what to do with your money. This responsibility is part of why crypto appeals to many people, and why Investfora is built the way it is.
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Déposez des euros le moment venu et choisissez ensuite ce qu’ils font. Vous pouvez commencer par une seule chose et en ajouter d’autres plus tard.
Rédigé pour Investfora, qui fait partie de LIFT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SGEIC SA, inscrite au registre de la CNMV sous le n° 244. Cet article est une information générale, pas un conseil ni une recommandation. La valeur des investissements et des crypto-actifs peut évoluer à la baisse comme à la hausse et vous pouvez récupérer moins que le montant investi.
