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How to Buy BASED (BASED): Step-by-Step Guide

To buy BASED on Picnic, you create an account, add funds with Pix and convert your balance into BASED 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 BASED 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 $1011,821,000BASED
  • With $5059,106,000BASED
  • With $100118,210,000BASED
  • With $500591,060,000BASED

How to buy BASED on Picnic, step by step

Four steps, from signing up to BASED in your wallet.

  1. 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.

  2. Add funds with Pix

    Top up in Brazilian reais with Pix, straight from the app. The balance shows up in a few minutes.

  3. Search for BASED

    In the investments tab, look for BASED or BASED and enter how much you want to buy.

  4. Review and confirm

    Check the quote and the fees shown on screen, then confirm. Your BASED balance appears in your wallet, under your control.

What is BASED?

Cryptographic keys are essential tools in digital security, used to protect sensitive information and ensure secure communication. There are two main types: symmetric keys, which use the same key for encryption and decryption, and asymmetric keys, which use separate public and private keys. Key management, including generation, distribution, and storage, is crucial for maintaining security. The size of a key affects its strength, with larger keys generally providing better protection. Cryptographic keys are used in various applications, such as securing data at rest, protecting information in transit, and enabling digital signatures. You can learn more about cryptographic keys and explore related cryptocurrencies on the Picnic platform.

Cryptographic keys are essential tools in the world of digital security, playing a crucial role in protecting sensitive information and ensuring secure communication. These keys come in two main types: symmetric and asymmetric. Symmetric keys use the same key for both encryption and decryption, offering speed and efficiency but requiring careful management to prevent unauthorized access. Asymmetric keys, on the other hand, use a pair of keys - a public key for encryption and a private key for decryption - providing enhanced security and flexibility in various applications. Key management is a critical aspect of cryptographic systems, involving tasks such as key generation, distribution, rotation, and storage. The size of a cryptographic key is directly related to its security strength, with larger keys offering greater protection against potential attacks. The encryption process uses these keys to transform readable data (plaintext) into unreadable data (ciphertext), while decryption reverses this process to recover the original information. Cryptographic keys have numerous applications in our digital lives, including securing data at rest on servers or storage devices, protecting data in transit over networks, and enabling authentication and digital signatures. These keys are fundamental in upholding important security principles such as confidentiality, authentication, data integrity, and non-repudiation. If you're interested in exploring cryptocurrencies that utilize these cryptographic principles, you can find a wide selection, including Picnic, available for purchase on our platform.

Why buy BASED 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 BASED 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 BASED?

Fees depend on the network used to buy BASED. 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 BASED 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 BASED can move, so invest thoughtfully.

Can I buy just a fraction of BASED?

Yes. You choose the amount to spend and receive the matching quantity of BASED, even if it is a fraction of one unit.

Do I need to understand crypto to buy BASED?

No. Picnic is built to be simple even for beginners: fund with Pix, search for BASED and confirm in a few taps. Your wallet is created automatically and the technical side stays behind the scenes.

How long until BASED reaches my wallet?

After you add funds with Pix and confirm the purchase, your BASED 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 BASED?

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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This content is for information only and is not investment advice. Digital assets are volatile and you may lose part of the amount invested.