Buying guideUpdated on How to Buy Status (SNT): Step-by-Step Guide
To buy Status on Picnic, you create an account, add funds with Pix and convert your balance into SNT 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 SNT 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 $101,612.4SNT
- With $508,062SNT
- With $10016,124SNT
- With $50080,620SNT
How to buy Status on Picnic, step by step
Four steps, from signing up to SNT 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 Status
In the investments tab, look for Status or SNT and enter how much you want to buy.
Review and confirm
Check the quote and the fees shown on screen, then confirm. Your SNT balance appears in your wallet, under your control.
What is Status?
Status (SNT) is a cryptocurrency that powers an open-source messaging platform and mobile interface for interacting with decentralized applications on the Ethereum blockchain. Launched in 2017, Status enables encrypted peer-to-peer messaging, access to over 2,000 Ethereum DApps, and facilitates payments and smart contracts. SNT token holders can participate in network governance, propose solutions, and vote on updates. The platform offers features like decentralized chat, username registration, and an anti-spam filter. Status aims to promote mass adoption of Ethereum by providing a user-friendly, secure platform for messaging and cryptocurrency management. You can buy SNT and other cryptocurrencies on the Picnic platform.
Status (SNT) is a cryptocurrency that powers an open-source messaging platform and mobile interface for interacting with decentralized applications (DApps) on the Ethereum blockchain. Launched in 2017, Status enables users to send encrypted peer-to-peer messages, access over 2,000 Ethereum DApps, and utilize the platform for payments and smart contracts. The Status Network Token (SNT) is built on the Ethereum network and follows the ERC-20 standard. SNT token holders play a crucial role in the network's governance, with the ability to propose solutions and vote on updates. The platform offers unique features such as decentralized chat using the Whisper V5 protocol, username registration backed by SNT tokens, and an economics-based anti-spam filter called "Tribute to Talk." Status also includes a decentralized push notification system, a Sticker Market, and community curation functionality. As a utility token, SNT can be stored in any ERC-20 compatible wallet for enhanced security. The cryptocurrency has experienced significant market presence since its launch, with notable price fluctuations over the years. If you're interested in acquiring Status (SNT), you can purchase it on the Picnic platform, which offers a wide range of cryptocurrencies for trading.
Why buy Status 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 SNT 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 Status?
Fees depend on the network used to buy SNT. 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 Status 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 SNT can move, so invest thoughtfully.
Can I buy just a fraction of SNT?
Yes. You choose the amount to spend and receive the matching quantity of SNT, even if it is a fraction of one unit.
Do I need to understand crypto to buy Status?
No. Picnic is built to be simple even for beginners: fund with Pix, search for Status and confirm in a few taps. Your wallet is created automatically and the technical side stays behind the scenes.
How long until SNT reaches my wallet?
After you add funds with Pix and confirm the purchase, your SNT 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 Status?
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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