While cryptocurrency exchanges are not protected by the FDIC or the SIPC, Coinbase says that all of the digital currency it holds online is insured .
Read moreCan Coinbase steal my money?
From time to time, due to violations of our User Agreement, Coinbase may restrict access to buy/sell services on a customer’s account. This can happen for a number of reasons including, but not limited to, high risk of fraud .
Read moreWhy you should not use Coinbase?
Transacting bitcoins on Coinbase may be worse for privacy than even PayPal . And it’s because you also compromise the privacy of people who transacted with you. Then there’s the issue of high fees. Coinbase’s convenience and ease of use come at a cost: when you buy bitcoins, the fee is 1.49% to 3.99%.
Read moreCan you get scammed on Coinbase?
Scammers can create fake websites asking for sensitive information to gain control of your accounts . Coinbase employees will NEVER ask you to share your password, 2-step verification codes, or private keys. If someone claiming to be from Coinbase asks you for this information, it is a scam.
Read moreIs Coinbase safe and legit?
Coinbase is one of the most popular Bitcoin and cryptocurrency exchanges. It has offered a reliable on-ramp for BTC since October 2012 and started adding altcoins in 2016. Coinbase is secure, has a good record as a custodian, but falls short in the privacy department .
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