# Buying crypto art

Buying crypto art for the first time can be quite intimidating. Follow these few steps below to be sure to do it the right way:

**1.Buying cryptocurrencies**

To acquire cryptocurrencies, you to create an account on an exchange or trading platform, such as Coinbase, Binance, Bitbuy or Crypto.com. For this step, we refer you to our detailed guide "[Acquiring cryptocurrencies](https://academy.0xsociety.com/guides/getting-eth)". 

**2.Creating a cryptocurrency wallet and funding it**

In order to use your cryptocurrency to buy crypto art, you need to transfer them to a "non-custodial" wallet, such as Metamask. For this step, we refer you to our detailed guide "[Setting up your wallet](https://academy.0xsociety.com/guides/setting-up-your-eth-wallet)".

**3.Selecting the crypto artwork you want to purchase**

This is the fun part! It can also take a while. Make sure to evaluate your possibilities and refer to our guide "[Valuing crypto art](https://academy.0xsociety.com/collectors/buying-crypto-art)" to take an informed decision. You can also find more information on the different marketplaces in our guide "[Understanding the differences between marketplaces](https://app.gitbook.com/o/-MZhdsFXO4rLDirWdWMA/s/-MZhdxfywGw47DNsujlS/~/changes/eOrGRjEKPwvnpjEdsUV7/collectors/understanding-the-differences-between-marketplaces)".

**4.Making an offer or purchasing it** 

Some marketplaces will offer "buy now" options, and others will offer auction mechanisms. See our detailed guide "[Auction mechanism overview](https://app.gitbook.com/o/-MZhdsFXO4rLDirWdWMA/s/-MZhdxfywGw47DNsujlS/~/changes/eOrGRjEKPwvnpjEdsUV7/collectors/auction-mechanisms-overview)" for more information.