Do I actually own the crypto on Coinbase?

Coinbase.com stores your crypto for you after you buy it . You do not need a Coinbase.com account to use Coinbase Wallet. Coinbase Wallet is a self-custody wallet. The private keys (that represent ownership of the crypto) are stored directly on your device and not within a centralized exchange like Coinbase.com.

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Is bitcoin worth buying?

The volatility of Bitcoin is far greater than that of stocks. This makes Bitcoin a riskier asset, but its historical outperformance to the S&P 500 encourages many investors to take some additional risk in exchange for potentially higher returns . There are many reasons Bitcoin is volatile.

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What happens if I sell my Bitcoin?

Once you’ve sold your bitcoin into local currency, you can withdraw that currency to your bank account . The typical flow is as follows: Visit a cryptocurrency exchange, like the Bitcoin.com Exchange or choose from this list of top exchanges. Create an account and verify your identity as required.

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