How to buy Polkadot (DOT) in Canada

Polkadot (DOT) is a software that scales blockchain interoperability much like Cosmos and Ethereum, powered by the Polkadot (DOT) token. Polkadot utilizes a dual-chain method where secondary chains called "Parachains" can be customized and routed back to the main chain.

Cryptocurrency is an exciting, new space to get involved in. Find out how to get in on the action.

This coin is currently in Beta on Newton. Funding / withdrawals may be affected, but will be launching soon!

Where can I buy Polkadot?

There are a few options to buy Polkadot in Canada:

Direct Purchase

You can purchase it directly from another individual in person or over the web.

Crypto ATM

You can try to locate a crypto ATM near you that offers the cryptocurrency you're looking for.

Via an Exchange

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Many find it easier to purchase Polkadot through a trading platform like Newton.

Why Newton?

‍Newton offers a dead-simple way to buy and sell cryptocurrency in Canada at prices that other platforms simply cannot afford to compete with.

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Where can I buy Polkadot?

There are a few options to buy Polkadot in Canada:

Sign-up in Canada for a Newton account.

Create an account and add funds or choose an amount of your currency to trade.

Trade fiat or crypto for stablecoin.

Trade your chosen currency into a stablecoin.

Send to your desired exchange.

Find an exchange that offers DOT, then transfer your crypto to that exchange.

Initiate purchase and you're done.

Go through the steps to purchase, and that's it.

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Why use stablecoins when transferring to an exchange?

Because stablecoins are often pegged to FIAT currencies with stable values, they are useful tools for currency conversion. Coins such as USDC, USDT and QCAD won't swing wildly up or down in value between withdrawal and funding another account.

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It's easy to get started

Send Polkadot quickly on your phone or computer.

1 Create an account.

Provide some basic details about yourself and get instantly verified.

2 Fund your account.

Link to your bank account to add or withdraw funds seamlessly.

3

Start buying.

You can start buying and selling crypto quickly and easily right away.

Why you'll love trading Polkadot on Newton.

Newton is Canada's low-cost cryptocurrency trading platform with transparent prices and tight spreads. We offer high liquidity and institutional-grade third party custody for your digital assets.

Some of the best prices in Canada.

On average our prices are 0.5–0.7% above spot at volumes of up to 3 BTC. This makes our overall price 3x lower than a leading competitor who charges approximately 2.25% in spread + fees.

World-class security.

Newton uses machine learning to detect and prevent account takeover attempts, a common form of cryptocurrency fraud.

Low-cost and no-commissions.

Trading and funding your account is absolutely free. Transfer cryptocurrency to and from your account at no cost (we cover up to the first $5 in network fees).

Unique & functional design.

We take a first principles approach to design, resulting in an easy-to-use experience that is unlike any other exchange.

Works on any device.

Get started on the your web browser, or download the Newton app for Android and iOS to take control of your crypto on-the-go.

Proudly Canadian.

We want cryptocurrency to be taken seriously, so we go above and beyond to make sure we're compliant with current and anticipated Canadian regulations.

Where do I keep my Polkadot?

After you've purchased crypto, the next step is to find the best way to secure it.

Wallets are known to offer the best security for your cryptocurrencies. While you have the option of keeping your assets on Newton, Newton is primarily a low-fee cryptocurrency trading platform, and not a wallet service.

While we have institutional third-party custody to keep customers' digital assets safe, you may want to consider transferring a portion of your holdings into external wallets. It's always good to be cautious.

How to buy Polkadot in Canada

How to buy Polkadot in Canada

How to buy Polkadot in Canada

Newton makes it fast and easy to buy, sell and hold Polkadot (DOT) in Canada.

Where can I buy Polkadot?

There are a few options to buy Polkadot in Canada:

Direct Purchase

Crypto ATM

Via an Exchange

Why Newton?

Where can I buy Polkadot?

There are a few options to buy Polkadot in Canada:

Sign-up in Canada for a Newton account.

Trade fiat or crypto for stablecoin.

Send to your desired exchange.

Initiate purchase and you're done.

Why use stablecoins when transferring to an exchange?

It's easy to get started

Send Polkadot quickly on your phone or computer.

1

Create an account.

2

Fund your account.

3

Start buying.

Why you'll love trading Polkadot on Newton.

Newton is Canada's low-cost cryptocurrency trading platform with transparent prices and tight spreads. We offer high liquidity and institutional-grade third party custody for your digital assets.

Some of the best prices in Canada.

World-class security.

Low-cost and no-commissions.

Unique & functional design.

Works on any device.

Proudly Canadian.

Where do I keep my Polkadot?

After you've purchased crypto, the next step is to find the best way to secure it.

What can you do with Polkadot?

Explore a variety of uses, options and processes.

Create DAPPS

Hold as a store of value

Pursue a short-term or long-term trading strategy

Start buying Polkadot in minutes.

Get started with as little as $10 CAD.

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