How to buy
USD Coin
Enter your desired amount
Choose your preferred currency, amount and crypto — we’ll match you with your best option!
Add your details
Hit the Buy button and follow the instructions on screen to finalize the transaction.
Get your crypto!
And that’s it! Your crypto will appear in your selected wallet shortly thereafter.
About
USD Coin
USD Coin (USDC) is a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar. Like Tether (USDT), it’s backed 1:1 by real-world assets to ensure that its price remains stable at $1. It was launched in 2018 as a joint effort from Circle and Coinbase — but, in 2023, Circle assumed sole governance of the token.
USDC has become a preferred means of payment for individuals and businesses in the crypto space. It’s also favored by traders and holders as a ‘safe haven’ asset in the otherwise volatile crypto markets.
Circle is currently available on 15 blockchains, including Ethereum, Solana and Arbitrum.
Unlike USDT, USDC is not backed entirely by fiat — though it still maintains full reserves. However, tokens are still redeemable for dollars.
USDC briefly lost its peg in March 2023 following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank. It recovered in a matter of days, however.
Frequently asked questions
What's the best USDC wallet?
With so many options out there, it’s hard to give a one-size-fits-all response. USDC wallets come in all kinds of flavors. For USDC on the Ethereum, Arbitrum, Avalanche and Polygon networks, MetaMask is perhaps the most popular, loved by crypto users due to its support for a vast range of tokens. Its handy app and browser extension make it easy to interact with decentralized applications and manage your portfolio. For Solana users, Solflare and Phantom offer a similar, user-friendly experience. Alternatively, hardware wallets like those from Ledger and Trezor offer superior security, at the cost of being slightly more cumbersome to operate. Of course, if you don’t want to self-custody your funds, custodial wallets (such as those on exchanges like Binance, Coinbase or Kraken) allow you to outsource your security — however, you lose some of the flexibility offered by mobile wallets and hardware solutions.
Can I buy USDC with Apple Pay or Google Pay?
Yep! We’ve got Apple Pay and Google Pay support for over 160 different countries. To buy USDC with Apple Pay/Google Pay, hit the ‘Pay using’ dropdown in the widget and select your preferred option. Note: USDC exists across a range of blockchain networks, which are listed to the right-hand side of each option. Make sure you pick the correct one for your needs!
How can I buy USDC with credit card or debit card?
Just scroll back up to the widget! Onramper’s engines select the best possible onramp to ensure you receive the most bang for your buck. Enter your desired fiat amount to get a live quote, sourced from our partners across the ecosystem. If all looks good, click ‘Buy USDC’ to kick off our seamless checkout process.
Do I need to verify my identity to buy USDC using Onramper?
Not always. Our engines will connect you with low-KYC options where possible, so you can often skip document upload for smaller transactions.