Cryptocurrency trading is offered through an account with Robinhood Crypto, LLC (“RHC”) (NMLS ID: 1702840). Cryptocurrency held through Robinhood Crypto is not FDIC insured or SIPC protected. How to buy bitcoins online How you plan to use your new cryptocurrency might influence how to buy and how you plan to store it. If, for example, you want to own Bitcoin or an altcoin as a short-term investment, it might be easier and simpler to hold your coins on the exchange you purchased them through. There can be additional security issues to doing this, but the reality is that most people hold at least some of their coins on an exchange. If your goal is to simply learn how to invest in Bitcoin, this is likely to be the easiest option.
Investment trusts offered by reputable firms such as Grayscale are attractive for larger investors seeking exposure to Bitcoin. For example, the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust is a publicly traded fund that enables you to purchase GBTC shares, providing indirect exposure to Bitcoin. It's important to note that investment trusts often trade at a premium and may involve higher costs than buying Bitcoin directly on an exchange. How to Store Bitcoin Safely Our Security Team routinely reviews code and infrastructure powering Robinhood Crypto. We also engage third-party security experts to test our systems, helping us build some of the most secure systems in the industry. If you’d like to learn more about how you can protect your account, including your cryptocurrencies, check out our Help Center article on security best practices.