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To help new Bisq users who don't already have enough bitcoin to use Bisq, there is an '''informal market for small BTC trades'''. | To help new Bisq users who don't already have enough bitcoin to use Bisq, there is an '''informal market for small BTC trades'''. | ||
| − | Trades take place | + | Trades take place on the [[Matrix bisq.chat]] space, in the [https://matrix.to/#/#bisq.btc:bitcoin.kyoto Get your first BTC] room. You need to join [https://www.bisq.chat bisq.chat] first to be allowed to join the ''Get your first BTC'' room. |
This article covers benefits, risks, and rules to be aware of when using this informal BTC marketplace. | This article covers benefits, risks, and rules to be aware of when using this informal BTC marketplace. | ||
| − | {{Admonition_Warn|This marketplace takes the form of a Matrix chat | + | {{Admonition_Warn|This marketplace takes the form of a Matrix chat room, so trades are NOT secured by any of the security mechanisms of Bisq software (e.g. multi-signature escrows, mediation, arbitration, DAO, etc). |
Therefore be aware that such trading is inherently risky. See [[#Risks|risks]] below.}} | Therefore be aware that such trading is inherently risky. See [[#Risks|risks]] below.}} | ||
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For new users, Bisq requires between 0.002 and 0.007 BTC for traders to make their first trade: | For new users, Bisq requires between 0.002 and 0.007 BTC for traders to make their first trade: | ||
| − | * 0.001 - | + | * 0.001 - 0.006 BTC security deposit |
| − | * 0.001 BTC miner | + | * 0.001 BTC miner fee and trade fee |
| − | It can be difficult for new bitcoiners to acquire | + | It can be difficult for new bitcoiners to acquire their first coins, so this requirement is often a barrier for new Bisq users. The [https://matrix.to/#/#bisq.btc:bitcoin.kyoto Get your first BTC] room offers one possible way to get this initial bitcoin without signing up for a centralized exchange. |
Other solutions are listed at [[Funding_your_wallet#How_to_Obtain_Your_First_Bitcoin|Funding your wallet]]. | Other solutions are listed at [[Funding_your_wallet#How_to_Obtain_Your_First_Bitcoin|Funding your wallet]]. | ||
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* Maximum trade size is ''0.007'' BTC. BTC buyers can buy a maximum of 0.007 BTC in one transaction. BTC sellers can sell a maximum of 0.007 BTC in one transaction. | * Maximum trade size is ''0.007'' BTC. BTC buyers can buy a maximum of 0.007 BTC in one transaction. BTC sellers can sell a maximum of 0.007 BTC in one transaction. | ||
* Traders can negotiate their prices. Sellers of BTC will likely charge a high premium to cover mining fees, time, and profit. | * Traders can negotiate their prices. Sellers of BTC will likely charge a high premium to cover mining fees, time, and profit. | ||
| − | * BTC buyers should post on the [https://matrix.to/#/#bisq.btc:bitcoin.kyoto | + | * BTC buyers should post on the [https://matrix.to/#/#bisq.btc:bitcoin.kyoto Get your first BTC] room the amount they are looking to buy, the payment method they are looking to use, and which currency they wish to make payment in: for example, "I am looking to buy 0.007 BTC with GBP using Revolut. Is anyone online willing to take this offer?" |
* Trades between interested parties can be negotiated and settled in direct messages. | * Trades between interested parties can be negotiated and settled in direct messages. | ||
* Only [[Payment methods|payment methods]] used in Bisq are allowed. Preference should be given to those with immediate payment: e.g. Revolut, TransferWise, SEPA Instant, Zelle, Faster Payments etc. | * Only [[Payment methods|payment methods]] used in Bisq are allowed. Preference should be given to those with immediate payment: e.g. Revolut, TransferWise, SEPA Instant, Zelle, Faster Payments etc. | ||
* '''There are no refunds, no mediation, no arbitration, and no dispute resolution of any kind available.''' Beware! | * '''There are no refunds, no mediation, no arbitration, and no dispute resolution of any kind available.''' Beware! | ||
* DAO compensation requests or reimbursement requests related to such trades are not allowed. | * DAO compensation requests or reimbursement requests related to such trades are not allowed. | ||
| − | * Any trader can be kicked out of the | + | * Any trader can be kicked out of the room at the discretion of the room owner. The [https://matrix.to/#/#bisq.btc:bitcoin.kyoto Get your first BTC] room is moderated to preclude foul play and bad actors. |
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== Advice == | == Advice == | ||
| − | Consider evaluating the reputation of sellers in the | + | Consider evaluating the reputation of sellers in the [https://matrix.to/#/#bisq.btc:bitcoin.kyoto Get your first BTC] room by checking out their username/profile against Github, Twitter, Reddit... or asking in other rooms. Just note that profiles that ''appear'' strong are not guarantees that trades will go successfully. |
* A user without verified links on their profile should be considered a red flag. | * A user without verified links on their profile should be considered a red flag. | ||
* A user with verified links, but with profiles that were only recently set up, should also be considered a red flag. | * A user with verified links, but with profiles that were only recently set up, should also be considered a red flag. | ||
Revision as of 10:22, 27 January 2022
To help new Bisq users who don't already have enough bitcoin to use Bisq, there is an informal market for small BTC trades.
Trades take place on the Matrix bisq.chat space, in the Get your first BTC room. You need to join bisq.chat first to be allowed to join the Get your first BTC room.
This article covers benefits, risks, and rules to be aware of when using this informal BTC marketplace.
 |
This marketplace takes the form of a Matrix chat room, so trades are NOT secured by any of the security mechanisms of Bisq software (e.g. multi-signature escrows, mediation, arbitration, DAO, etc).
Therefore be aware that such trading is inherently risky. See risks below. |
Contents
Background
For new users, Bisq requires between 0.002 and 0.007 BTC for traders to make their first trade:
- 0.001 - 0.006 BTC security deposit
- 0.001 BTC miner fee and trade fee
It can be difficult for new bitcoiners to acquire their first coins, so this requirement is often a barrier for new Bisq users. The Get your first BTC room offers one possible way to get this initial bitcoin without signing up for a centralized exchange.
Other solutions are listed at Funding your wallet.
Risks
Make sure you understand these risks before trading:
- Not entirely anonymous - Unless you access through Tor, IP address and other usage metrics may reveal your identity
- Must trust traders - Trades are not secured by deposits as they are on Bisq
- No dispute resolution - Trades depend solely on user reputation, so there's no recourse if something goes wrong
Trading rules
To maximize the chances that trades go smoothly, the following rules apply:
- Maximum trade size is 0.007 BTC. BTC buyers can buy a maximum of 0.007 BTC in one transaction. BTC sellers can sell a maximum of 0.007 BTC in one transaction.
- Traders can negotiate their prices. Sellers of BTC will likely charge a high premium to cover mining fees, time, and profit.
- BTC buyers should post on the Get your first BTC room the amount they are looking to buy, the payment method they are looking to use, and which currency they wish to make payment in: for example, "I am looking to buy 0.007 BTC with GBP using Revolut. Is anyone online willing to take this offer?"
- Trades between interested parties can be negotiated and settled in direct messages.
- Only payment methods used in Bisq are allowed. Preference should be given to those with immediate payment: e.g. Revolut, TransferWise, SEPA Instant, Zelle, Faster Payments etc.
- There are no refunds, no mediation, no arbitration, and no dispute resolution of any kind available. Beware!
- DAO compensation requests or reimbursement requests related to such trades are not allowed.
- Any trader can be kicked out of the room at the discretion of the room owner. The Get your first BTC room is moderated to preclude foul play and bad actors.
