Five simple steps. Cash in hand, Bitcoin in your wallet.
Download a reputable wallet app on your phone (many free options exist for iOS and Android). Create a new wallet and securely write down your recovery phrase — store it offline. Never share it with anyone.
Use our location page or the Athena Bitcoin network map to locate a Bitcoin ATM close to you. Machines are typically found in convenience stores, shopping centers, and other accessible locations.
Touch the screen and select “Buy Bitcoin.” Enter your mobile number when prompted and verify with the code you receive. Choose the amount range you plan to insert.
Open your wallet app and display the receive QR code. Scan it with the ATM camera so the Bitcoin is sent directly to an address you control.
Insert bills one by one. Confirm the transaction. Bitcoin is typically sent within minutes. Keep your receipt for your records.