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How To Open a Coinbase Account in 2026
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How to Open a US-Based Coinbase Account
Main Takeaways:
• Coinbase provides cryptocurrency accounts for people living in the United States. If you are not a U.S. resident,
then click here.
• A Coinbase account can be created using either the firm’s website or its mobile app.
• The signup process for a Coinbase account usually takes only a few minutes.
Interested in trading digital currencies? If so, setting up a new account with Coinbase could be a good choice. Below are the steps for opening a Coinbase account from within the United States:
Opening a Crypto Account on Coinbase’s Website
To get started with Coinbase, go to the company’s website and click the blue Sign Up button. You’ll be directed to a short online application. The first screen will prompt you to select an account type. Coinbase lists four options:
- Personal
- Business
- Institutional
- Developer
The options are easy to understand. Most retail users will choose Personal. At this time, Coinbase only provides a self-directed taxable account under this category; joint accounts and retirement accounts are not supported. Trust accounts can be opened by selecting the Business option.
After choosing your account type, you’ll be asked to enter an email address. You can also register using your Google or Apple login.
On the following page, enter your name and accept the terms of service. You must be at least 18 years old to open an account, so you’ll need to confirm your age (your full birth date can be added later).
Coinbase will send a confirmation email to the address you entered, which you must verify. Because Coinbase uses strong security measures, you’ll also be required to confirm your mobile phone number.
Make sure to choose the United States as your country of residence. Coinbase will also request your citizenship, which may be the U.S. or another nation.
Coinbase follows strict Know-Your-Customer (KYC) rules. You should be prepared to upload a photo of your driver’s license. In some cases, proof of U.S. residence and a selfie taken with your computer or phone camera may also be required.
Next, you’ll be taken to a page asking for additional details such as your home address, job status, source of income, and Social Security Number. There is a Skip link in the top-right corner if you prefer to finish this step later.
To begin trading crypto on Coinbase, all requested information will eventually need to be submitted. If you leave the process unfinished, you can return later by clicking the Home button in the top-left corner after logging in. From the Home page, select the blue Verify button to see what still needs to be completed. Once your account is verified and funded, you’ll be ready to place your first crypto trade!
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Funding the New Coinbase Account
To purchase cryptocurrency, you first need to add U.S. dollars to your Coinbase balance. Coinbase works with Plaid to connect to outside checking or savings accounts right away. By entering your bank login details, you can move money into Coinbase on the same day.
Additional funding options include PayPal, wire transfers, debit cards, and Coinbase gift cards.
Opening and Funding a Crypto Account with Coinbase’s Mobile App
It’s also possible to open and add funds to your account using the Coinbase mobile app. Download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, then tap the blue button on the home screen to get started. The signup steps are the same as those on the website. The same deposit methods—bank transfers, PayPal, debit cards, and others—can be used inside the app.
Updated on 2/10/2026.
Chad Morris is a financial writer with more than 20 years experience
as both an English teacher and an avid trader. When he isn’t writing
expert content for Brokerage-Review.com, Chad can usually be found
managing his portfolio or building a new home computer.
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