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Bisq is a decentralized bitcoin exchange network.
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Bisq is a decentralized [[P2P Network|peer-to-peer]] bitcoin exchange network that you access via software running on your own computer. It enables secure, private, and censorship-resistant trading directly with other users, without relying on intermediaries.
  
Bisq provides a peer to peer bitcoin exchange experience via software that runs locally on the users computer. There are two software versions users can choose to run:  
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Bisq offers two software versions providing different trading experiences:
  
 
== Bisq 1 ==
 
== Bisq 1 ==
Bisq 1 is a long established peer to peer exchange that started in 2016 (originally named Bit Square). Over the years the exchange has continually improved to provide traders with a decentralized, peer to peer, platform to buy and sell bitcoin for fiat and a range of altcoins. Individual trade sizes on Bisq 1 can be as large as 0.125 BTC for fiat trades and 1.0 BTC for altcoins. Security for the trades is provided by way of a multisig deposit that means trades can safely trade with strangers.  
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[[Bisq 1]] is the original, well-established peer-to-peer exchange platform launched in 2016 (initially as BitSquare). It allows users to trade Bitcoin for fiat currencies and various altcoins using a robust [[Security deposit|multisig deposit system]] for security between strangers. Individual trade sizes on Bisq 1 can reach up to {{MaxTradeSizeBisq1}} for fiat trades and {{MaxTradeSizeAltcoin}} for altcoin trades.
  
<big>[[Bisq 1|Find out more about Bisq 1]].</big>
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'''[[Bisq 1|Learn more about Bisq 1]]'''
  
 
== Bisq 2 ==
 
== Bisq 2 ==
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Launched in 2024, [[Bisq 2]] is the next-generation platform designed to support multiple [[Trade Protocols|trade protocols]]. The first, and currently primary, protocol available is [[Bisq Easy]].
  
Bisq 2 was launched in 2024. Bisq 2 will have a range of trade protocols. The fist one launched, and currently the only one available, is Bisq Easy. This allows traders with a decentralized, peer to peer, platform to buy and sell bitcoin for fiat. Individual trade sizes on Bisq Easy are limited to  as 0.01 BTC. 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 0.01 BTC and under.
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[[Bisq Easy]] facilitates peer-to-peer Bitcoin-fiat trades with security based on seller [[Reputation|reputation]], rather than deposits. It features no trading fees and no deposit requirements, making it accessible for smaller trades up to the equivalent of 600 USD (or {{MaxBisqEasyTrade}}). It is positioned as a simpler alternative for users, especially those new to Bisq or making smaller fiat trades.
  
<big>[[Bisq 2|Find out more about Bisq 2]].</big>
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'''[[Bisq 2|Learn more about Bisq 2 & Bisq Easy]]'''

Latest revision as of 17:57, 19 April 2025

Bisq is a decentralized peer-to-peer bitcoin exchange network that you access via software running on your own computer. It enables secure, private, and censorship-resistant trading directly with other users, without relying on intermediaries.

Bisq offers two software versions providing different trading experiences:

Bisq 1

Bisq 1 is the original, well-established peer-to-peer exchange platform launched in 2016 (initially as BitSquare). It allows users to trade Bitcoin for fiat currencies and various altcoins using a robust multisig deposit system for security between strangers. Individual trade sizes on Bisq 1 can reach up to 0.0624 BTC for fiat trades and 0.50 BTC for altcoin trades.

Learn more about Bisq 1

Bisq 2

Launched in 2024, Bisq 2 is the next-generation platform designed to support multiple trade protocols. The first, and currently primary, protocol available is Bisq Easy.

Bisq Easy facilitates peer-to-peer Bitcoin-fiat trades with security based on seller reputation, rather than deposits. It features no trading fees and no deposit requirements, making it accessible for smaller trades up to the equivalent of 600 USD (or the equivalent of 600 USD). It is positioned as a simpler alternative for users, especially those new to Bisq or making smaller fiat trades.

Learn more about Bisq 2 & Bisq Easy