I'd like to get started in cryptocurrency. Be it Bitcoin, Dogecoin or something else.
I'd like to keep my own wallet and not use a Coinbase type of service.
How do I start? Who would I send money to? And how do I know what I get is of real value?
- Download and install Bitcoin Core: https://bitcoin.org/en/bitcoin-core/
- Create a wallet and receiving address there (it's better to use encryption when creating wallet).
- Buy bitcoin on any available BTC exchange (Coinbase, Binance, etc.).
I'd like to keep my own wallet and not use a Coinbase type of service.
You can keep your wallet on your own, but to buy BTC, you will need to use service or find a person who wants to sell you ones.
