How to buy ETH and USDC on the Base network

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You can buy Ethereum (ETH) and USDC on the Base network using one of our supported on-ramp providers. Once you complete your purchase, you can use our built-in swapper to exchange those tokens for other assets on Base.

Note: You can only restore a wallet using the original secret recovery phrase—one wrong word will prevent recovery.

You'll need to buy crypto from on-ramp providers. It helps to create accounts with providers in advance so you can sign in quickly when you’re ready to buy.

Follow these steps:

  1. Open Phantom and select Buy from the home screen.
  2. Select Ethereum (ETH) or USDC. Make sure to select the version with the Base network icon.
  3. Enter the amount of fiat currency you want to spend. The platform will automatically show the route with the best return.
  4. To view all available quotes, select Debit/Credit Card at the bottom. Then select the payment method, which includes Apple Pay, Google Pay, and debit or credit card.
  5. Select the provider that works best for you. Quotes are sorted by return.
  6. After selecting a provider, select Buy on the route screen. A pop-up will appear so you can complete your purchase.

If you run into any issues, you'll need to contact the provider's support team. You can find their details here: Contact information for on-ramp providers.

To learn more about the Base network, see Introducing Base on Phantom in our blog.

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