Buying guideUpdated on How to Buy Shikoku (SHIK): Step-by-Step Guide
To buy Shikoku on Picnic, you create an account, add funds with Pix and convert your balance into SHIK in the app. The quote and the fees are shown on screen before you confirm, and the asset stays in a wallet you control.
- Fund with Pix
- Self-custody with a passkey
- Fees shown before you confirm
How much SHIK can you buy?
You don't have to buy a whole unit. Here is what each amount is worth at today's reference price, before fees.
- With $1034,401,000,000SHIK
- With $50172,000,000,000SHIK
- With $100344,010,000,000SHIK
- With $5001,720,000,000,000SHIK
How to buy Shikoku on Picnic, step by step
Four steps, from signing up to SHIK in your wallet.
Create your account
Download the app or open it in your browser. Your wallet is created at sign-up and protected by your device's biometrics (a passkey), with no seed phrase to write down.
Add funds with Pix
Top up in Brazilian reais with Pix, straight from the app. The balance shows up in a few minutes.
Search for Shikoku
In the investments tab, look for Shikoku or SHIK and enter how much you want to buy.
Review and confirm
Check the quote and the fees shown on screen, then confirm. Your SHIK balance appears in your wallet, under your control.
What is Shikoku?
Shikoku (SHIK) is a decentralized memecoin on the Ethereum blockchain, part of the Shikoku Inu Decentralized Ecosystem (SIDE). It aims to educate investors about self-custody and foster community engagement. With a total supply of 1 quadrillion tokens, SHIK can be traded on decentralized exchanges like Uniswap V2. The project focuses on creating applications, tools, and initiatives to benefit its community. While SHIK has seen recent price increases, market sentiment remains cautious. You can buy Shikoku and other cryptocurrencies on the Picnic platform.
Shikoku (SHIK) is a decentralized memecoin that operates on the Ethereum blockchain. As part of the Shikoku Inu Decentralized Ecosystem (SIDE), it aims to create a suite of applications and tools while educating investors about self-custody. The project focuses on community engagement and providing a safe space for learning about decentralized finance (DeFi). With a total supply of 1 quadrillion SHIK tokens and a circulating supply of around 446.87 trillion, Shikoku has gained attention in the cryptocurrency market. The token can be traded on decentralized exchanges, with Uniswap V2 (Ethereum) being one of the most active platforms for SHIK trading, particularly the SHIK/WETH pair. Shikoku has experienced price fluctuations since its launch, with recent short-term gains catching the eye of investors. While past performance doesn't guarantee future results, the project continues to work towards its goals of being a driving force for good through initiatives like the Shikokuments. If you're interested in purchasing Shikoku (SHIK) tokens, you can find them available on the Picnic platform, along with many other cryptocurrencies.
Why buy Shikoku on Picnic?
You stay in control
The wallet is yours, in self-custody, created at sign-up and protected by a passkey. Picnic is not an exchange: your assets stay under your control.
Fund with Pix
Add Brazilian reais and buy SHIK in minutes, with no international wire.
Fees on screen
The quote and the fees are shown before you confirm the purchase, with no surprises.
Buy it, then spend it
The same account comes with an international Visa card, accepted in 180+ countries, with no annual fee and no IOF.
Frequently asked questions
Does Picnic charge fees to buy Shikoku?
Fees depend on the network used to buy SHIK. On some networks the transaction is free, and on the others the fee is always shown on screen before you confirm. No hidden costs: what you see is what you pay.
Is it safe to buy Shikoku on Picnic?
On Picnic your wallet is in self-custody: you keep control of your assets without relying on an intermediary exchange. Picnic has operated globally since 2021, and the infrastructure behind the product was recognized with a grant from the Ethereum Foundation. As with any digital asset, the price of SHIK can move, so invest thoughtfully.
Can I buy just a fraction of SHIK?
Yes. You choose the amount to spend and receive the matching quantity of SHIK, even if it is a fraction of one unit.
Do I need to understand crypto to buy Shikoku?
No. Picnic is built to be simple even for beginners: fund with Pix, search for Shikoku and confirm in a few taps. Your wallet is created automatically and the technical side stays behind the scenes.
How long until SHIK reaches my wallet?
After you add funds with Pix and confirm the purchase, your SHIK balance usually shows up in your wallet within a few minutes. Exact timing can vary by network.
Can I spend my balance after buying?
Yes. The same account that holds your assets comes with an international Visa card, accepted in 180+ countries, with no annual fee and no IOF. So you can spend your balance day to day, at home or abroad.
Can I buy other assets besides Shikoku?
Yes. Picnic lists more than 3,000 digital assets. Just search for the one you want and follow the same steps, all in one account.
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