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Plain and simple — how this site makes money, and what that means for you.
Plain and simple — how this site makes money, and what that means for you.
LAST UPDATED: MAY 2026
BitcoinSimplified.co participates in affiliate and referral programs. This means some of the links on this site — particularly the "Open account" / "Sign up" buttons for cryptocurrency exchanges such as Coinbase, Kraken, and Gemini — are tracked links. If you click one of those links and then open an account or complete a qualifying action, the exchange (or its affiliate network, such as Impact.com or Sovrn/Commission Junction) may pay us a commission or referral fee.
This is at no additional cost to you. In many cases you actually receive a sign-up bonus for using a referral link. Any bonus amounts mentioned on this site are set by the exchanges, can change at any time, and are subject to the exchange's own terms — always confirm the current offer on the exchange's website before signing up.
We only feature exchanges that we consider reputable and appropriate for the audience of this site, and we try to describe each one's strengths and trade-offs honestly. That said, you should assume a financial relationship exists with the exchanges we link to, and you should do your own research before choosing where to buy or hold cryptocurrency. Rankings, "top pick" labels, and similar language reflect our opinion for a general beginner audience — not personalized advice.
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Cryptocurrency is highly volatile and speculative. You can lose some or all of the money you put in. Calculator outputs are illustrative estimates based on the numbers you enter and simplifying assumptions — they are not predictions and not guarantees. Before making any financial decision, consult a licensed professional who knows your personal situation.
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