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Bisq is a decentralized bitcoin exchange network.
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Bisq provides a peer-to-peer bitcoin exchange experience via software that runs locally on the user's computer. There are two software versions users can choose to run:
  
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== Bisq 1 ==
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Bisq 1 is a well-established peer-to-peer exchange that began in 2016, originally known as Bit Square. Over time, the platform has consistently improved, offering traders a decentralized, peer-to-peer environment to buy and sell Bitcoin for fiat currencies and a variety of altcoins. Individual trade sizes on Bisq 1 can reach {{MaxTradeSizeBisq1}} for fiat trades and {{MaxTradeSizeAltcoin}} for altcoin trades. Security is ensured through a multisig deposit system, allowing trades to safely occur between strangers.
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* '''[[Introduction]]''' — what Bisq is and why
 
* '''[https://bisq.network/getting-started Getting started]''' — complete your first trade in minutes
 
* '''[[Downloading and installing]]''' — or [https://github.com/bisq-network/bisq/blob/master/docs/build.md build it yourself]
 
* '''Backing up critical data''' — [[Backing_up_your_wallet_seed|seed words]] and [[Backing_up_application_data|data directory]]
 
* '''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HDkzUl9wibc Take a tour]''' — get acquainted with the interface
 
* '''[[Payment methods]]''' — supported payment methods and limitations
 
* '''[[Trading fees]]''' — competitive rates for unparalleled privacy
 
* '''[https://bisq.markets Markets]''' — current offers and recent trades
 
* '''[[Dispute resolution]]''' — what happens when a trade doesn't go smoothly
 
* '''[[Support]]''' — where to go when you need support
 
* '''[[Troubleshooting]]''' — solutions to known issues
 
* '''Tips and Tricks''' — how to get the most out of Bisq ([[Performance_Tips|performance]] + [[Privacy_Tips|privacy]])
 
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<big>[[Bisq 1|Find out more about Bisq 1]].</big>
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* '''[[Contributor_checklist|Contributor checklist]]''' — see how we think, work, and collaborate
 
* '''[https://github.com/bisq-network GitHub]''' — all the code
 
* '''[https://github.com/orgs/bisq-network/projects/3 Current projects]''' — see what we're up to right now
 
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* '''[https://bisq.network/stats Overview]''' — trading volume, BSQ issuance, other activity
 
* '''[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1o-I5fAx7DJRVqYjW8fPbo0ztlGIhIZ1EM2iLc5aEHnA Trading activity]''' — all the numbers, in detail
 
* '''[https://monitor.bisq.network Network monitor]''' — P2P network activity, Tor metrics, other data
 
* '''[https://bisq.network/release-stats Release stats]''' — download numbers by release
 
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* '''[https://bisq.chat Matrix]''' — where everyone hangs out and collaborates
 
* '''[https://twitter.com/bisq_network/ Twitter]''' — user-facing announcements and news
 
* '''[https://bisq.network/blog Blog]''' — longer-form updates and perspectives
 
* '''[https://youtube.com/c/bisq-network YouTube]''' — calls, how-tos, interviews, and more
 
* '''[https://bisq.community Forum]''' — ask questions, post opinions
 
* '''[https://reddit.com/r/bisq Reddit]''' — mingle with other redditors who use Bisq
 
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== Bisq 2 ==
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[[Bisq 2]] was launched in 2024. [[Bisq 2]] will have a range of [[trade protocols]]. The first one launched, and currently the only one available, is [[Bisq Easy]]. This allows traders, using a decentralized, peer-to-peer platform, to buy and sell bitcoin for fiat currency. Individual trade sizes on [[Bisq Easy]] are limited to the equivalent of 600 USD. Security for the trades is provided through the [[reputation]] of the BTC sellers. There are no trade fees on [[Bisq Easy]], and no deposit requirements. [[Bisq Easy]] is expected to replace [[Bisq 1 ]]for fiat trades of less than {{MaxBisqEasyTrade}}.
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<big>[[Bisq 2|Find out more about Bisq 2]].</big>

Latest revision as of 01:45, 31 January 2025

Bisq is a decentralized bitcoin exchange network.

Bisq provides a peer-to-peer bitcoin exchange experience via software that runs locally on the user's computer. There are two software versions users can choose to run:

Bisq 1

Bisq 1 is a well-established peer-to-peer exchange that began in 2016, originally known as Bit Square. Over time, the platform has consistently improved, offering traders a decentralized, peer-to-peer environment to buy and sell Bitcoin for fiat currencies and a variety of altcoins. Individual trade sizes on Bisq 1 can reach 0.0624 BTC for fiat trades and 0.50 BTC for altcoin trades. Security is ensured through a multisig deposit system, allowing trades to safely occur between strangers.

Find out more about Bisq 1.

Bisq 2

Bisq 2 was launched in 2024. Bisq 2 will have a range of trade protocols. The first one launched, and currently the only one available, is Bisq Easy. This allows traders, using a decentralized, peer-to-peer platform, to buy and sell bitcoin for fiat currency. Individual trade sizes on Bisq Easy are limited to the equivalent of 600 USD. Security for the trades is provided through the reputation of the BTC sellers. There are no trade fees on Bisq Easy, and no deposit requirements. Bisq Easy is expected to replace Bisq 1 for fiat trades of less than the equivalent of 600 USD.

Find out more about Bisq 2.