How to withdraw bitcoin - how to get started step by step
There are several options for withdrawing funds: from Bitcoin ATM or from the exchange. One is to make a withdrawal by bank transfer, which requires providing personal information and setting up an account. Another option is instant cash withdrawal at Bitcoin ATM. It resembles withdrawing at a regular ATM, only that instead of using a credit card, we use a cryptocurrency wallet.
In this article we will look at all the ways to withdraw bitcoin. We will learn how to withdraw bitcoin step by step.
How to withdraw bitcoin at Bitcoin ATM - from bitcoin wallet to cash
Let's cut to the chase and then discuss the less important details. To withdraw bitcoin instantly and anonymously:
- Approach the nearest Bitcoin ATM in your city and choose a sales option. If you're paying out late at night, check to see if it's open 24/7.
- Transfer funds from your cryptocurrency wallet to the address provided. To avoid the tedious rewriting of the address, you can simply scan the provided QR code with your phone's camera and accept the payment.
- OPTIONAL: If you exceeded €15,000 in one day or €1,000 for 1 transaction, you will now have to scan your ID card. If you do not exceed the limit, there will be no need to do so (the transaction will be anonymous).
- OPTIONAL: If you are sending Bitcoin, you will have to pay a commission to the miners. The amount of this commission determines the speed of cash withdrawal. If you want immediate withdrawal on the spot, choose the maximum fee (about $3).
- Done! Receive the bills. In case of any problems, contact the help (number/email/messages on the housing of the device).
You can also watch such a transaction in the video How to withdraw Bitcoin. And if you still have more questions, keep reading.
Before you withdraw bitcoin, that is, useful context first
Bitcoin ATM offers quick deposits and withdrawals, and sometimes a variety of payment options, including Visa, Mastercard, bank transfers and mobile payments. The devices also support fiat currencies such as PLN, EUR, and USD.
The first Bitcoin ATM was installed in Vancouver in 2013, and there are now about 32226 of them worldwide (as of September 30, 2023).
In order to compete with exchanges, Bitcoin ATMs operators usually do not require downloading applications, registering accounts or providing personal information when withdrawing bitcoin. The withdrawer is therefore not at risk of data leakage. By withdrawing to cash, he also bypasses the risk of an exchange (e.g., as in the case of FTX's collapse in 2023) or a bank (e.g., Getin Noble in 2023 or Sillicon Valley Bank in 2022) collapsing or blocking funds by centralized institutions.
Bitcoin ATM offers a wide range of cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin,USDC, USDT, DASH, and others. Any user can deposit fiat currencies, such as EUR and PLN, as well as buy and sell them.
How to take advantage of the low commission promotion?
It is very possible that nowadays, the commission on sales in Bitcoin ATM in Warsaw, or in other locations, is about 2%. Sometimes it even reaches 0%. Why? That's part of the promotion. To take advantage of it, you don't have to do anything. Just use Bitcoin ATM, which currently offers such a promotional commission. Bitcoin ATM closest to your current location can be found on the subpage Map Bitcoin ATMs in Poland or Map Bitcoin ATMs in Warsaw. These are the devices that offer this type of discount. This is useful because, according to CoinAtmRadar research, the average is more than 8%.
Follow social media to stay up to date on changes in commission prices.
How to calculate your commission at Bitcoin ATM - before you withdraw bitcoin
- Open any free calculator like "What percentage of one number is the other number".
- Take the price displayed on the screen Bitcoin ATM or on the operator's website and paste it into the calculator. Today, the price at Poland's largest operator Bitcoin ATMs is 118020 PLN.
- Type "bitcoin price" into Google and copy this value into the calculator. Today it is 118070 PLN.
- You will get a result of type ~100.04%. This means that the commission today is 0.4%. That is, for each withdrawal of PLN 100, you pay a fraction of a penny (PLN 0.04).
A more difficult way is to calculate the commission in the traditional way. We put it here only for the inquisitive who do not want to be cheated, so they prefer to calculate it on their own.
Step 1: Finding prices
- Find the price at Bitcoin ATM - in this example it is PLN 118,070.
- Find the reference price on Google - in this example it is 118,020 PLN.
Step 2: Calculating the commission
The commission can be calculated using the following formula:
Commission %=(Bitmate price-Google price)×100%Commission %=(Google price-Google price)×100%.
Step 3: Substitute the values into the formula
- Substituting the values into the formula, we get:
Commission %=(118070 PLN-118020 PLN118020 PLN)×100%Commission %=(118020 PLN118070 PLN-118020 PLN)×100%Commission %=(50 PLN118020 PLN)×100%Commission %=(118020 PLN50 PLN)×100%
Step 4: Calculate commission percentage
- Complete the calculation.
Commission %≈0.0423%Commission %≈0.0423%.
Done! The commission today is about 0.04%!
Is Bitcoin ATM legal in Poland?
Tak, Bitcoin ATM in Poland is legal.
How to withdraw bitcoin to a bank account?
Withdrawal from an exchange - This is the easiest and fastest way to withdraw bitcoin. Most exchanges allow users to withdraw funds immediately by transferring them directly to their wallets or bank accounts.
All you have to do is provide an email address and/or phone number, send a few confirmations of transactions and you're done! The downside is that most exchanges charge high fees for this service - usually around 3%.
Withdrawing Bitcoin from your account to your bank account is easy!
- To withdraw bitcoin to your bank account, first log in to your exchange account. Once logged in, click the "Withdraw" tab at the top of the screen.
- Enter the amount of bitcoin you want to withdraw from your wallet and click "Continue."
- Click "Withdraw bitcoin" and then select "Bank account" as the funding source. Enter the name of your bank and select your country of residence. Next, enter the SWIFT/IBAN number and settlement number of the receiving bank.
- When finished, click "Continue" and wait for the transfer. This usually takes up to 3 business days.
How to withdraw bitcoin from a wallet?
A Bitcoin wallet is simply a place where you store your coins. Each wallet has a unique address that allows users to send and receive BTC from other wallets around the world.
To withdraw bitcoins from your wallet, simply enter the amount you wish to withdraw and press the send button. If all goes well, the transaction will be processed within minutes, and the coins will be transferred to the destination of your choice. If you use an online exchange such as Coinbase or Gemini, withdrawing bitcoins is usually as simple as clicking the "withdraw" button on your account and entering the amount of BTC you want to send to your wallet address.
Blockchain is a public ledger that records all transactions that take place online. This includes all bitcoin-related transactions, such as sending or receiving bitcoin, buying goods or services with it, etc. The blockchain records the time and amount of each transaction, but does not record who sent or received the coins. This (pseudo-)anonymity is one of the reasons why many people prefer using bitcoin to other payment methods.
Here are the steps you need to follow to withdraw cryptocurrencies to your bank account
- Open your bitcoin wallet and go to the "withdrawal" page;
- Enter the amount of bitcoin you want to withdraw;
- Enter the address to which you want to send your coins;
- Confirm the details of the transaction.
How to withdraw cryptocurrencies to your bank account using an app
Step 1: Log in to your account
- Open your account with an apliaction that supports crypto transfers to banks, such as Skrill or others.
Step 2: Choose a crypto wallet
- Go to the cryptocurrency wallet section and select the crypto you want to exchange.
Step 3: Sell crypto
- Click "Sell."
- Select the fiat currency (e.g. PLN) into which you want to exchange your crypto.
Step 4: Withdraw the funds
- Click "Withdraw" to transfer the money directly to your bank account.
Additional Information:
- You can also withdraw cryptocurrencies directly to another cryptocurrency address by selecting "Withdraw" and then "Crypto Wallet" and following the instructions.
Cryptocurrency Calculator - That is, how to transfer bitcoin to your account to make it profitable!
A cryptocurrency calculator is a tool that allows you to calculate how much a certain amount of cryptocurrency is worth. It's a great place to start determining how much cryptocurrencies you want to buy, how much they cost, what the total investment will be, and whether it's worth transferring them to your account at any given time. It's a simple tool that is designed to make it easy for anyone to calculate their cryptocurrency holdings.
The calculator supports all major cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple, Litecoin and many others. The most important thing to consider when using these tools is that they do not provide accurate results 100% of the time.
This is because there are many factors that affect the price of currencies, such as news announcements or technical issues related to the blockchain technology itself; therefore, using these tools can cause losses if used improperly.
CoinMarketCap (CMC).
It is currently one of the most popular cryptocurrency calculators on the market. It has a clear interface and makes it easy to review the current state in terms of market capitalization and price. CMC also has detailed graphs that show historical data, so you can see how each coin has performed over time.
Cryptocurrency calculators are the best way to calculate the value of your coins. The calculations are based on the current market price, which is updated every minute. This allows you to decide whether they are worth transferring to your account at any given time. The cryptocurrency calculator also shows the profitability of digging and how much money you can earn in a given period of time.
You can also use these calculators as a tool for speculation - if you want to make money from fluctuations in the exchange rate, you should buy cryptocurrencies when they are cheap and sell them when they are expensive. In this case, the calculator will help you estimate how much money you can make by buying or selling a certain amount of coins.
How do I withdraw bitcoins to my Paypal account?
PayPal has long been considered an enemy of cryptocurrencies, but now it seems that attitude is changing. The company recently announced that it plans to integrate a new payment option into its platform that will allow users to send money directly to their accounts.
The news of this policy change came from PayPal CEO Dan Schulman during an interview with FOX Business. As long as the aforementioned changes have not been implemented, bitcoin must first be exchanged on an exchange or at exchange offices, and then transferred to PayPal.
How to withdraw money from Bitcoin ATM -summary again
Let's return to the topic of bitcoin withdrawal from Bitcoin ATM once again, as it is currently one of the most popular ways to withdraw crypto. Some experts say the reason is the ability to withdraw in minutes and the ease (withdrawing is a bit like withdrawing from a regular ATM).
Bitcoin ATMs are opening up an alternative financial system that operates beyond the regularly failing banks and crypto exchanges.
The Bitcoin ATM interface is quite simple, easy to navigate and understand. To withdraw money you first need to use Bitcoin ATM to exchange cryptocurrencies for cash.
The first step is to select "Sell" and enter the amount of BTC you want to sell. The next step is to verify your account via email or text message or a scan of your ID card (depends on the operator). Verification does not take place every time, as Polish law requires verification from €15,000 per day or €1,000 per transaction.
After following these steps, Bitcoin ATM will generate a QR code with a wallet number to which you will need to transfer your funds in cryptocurrency. This code needs to be scanned with your cell phone. When you're done, Bitcoin ATM will immediately withdraw your money in cash.
Where is Bitcoin ATM in Poland?
Bitcoin ATM can be found in most of Poland's big cities. One of the best examples is Warsaw, which offers especially many different Bitcoin ATMs. You will see them all on the interactive map at the top of the home page.
What are the commissions when withdrawing money from Bitcoin ATM?
Commissionsat Bitcoin ATM range from 0% to 7%, depending on which Bitcoin ATM operator you use and when. That's because some operators offer promotions. Commissions can also vary depending on the purchase or sale. Complicated? Yes, but there is a simple way to do it - described below: