How does the W9 form apply to cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms?

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• Chance SnifferJul 04, 2025 · 5 months ago
  The W9 form is a tax document used by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States to gather information about individuals or entities that receive certain types of income. In the context of cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms, the W9 form may be required when users reach a certain threshold of transactions or earnings. It typically asks for personal information such as name, address, and taxpayer identification number. This information is necessary for tax reporting purposes and to ensure compliance with tax laws. By providing the W9 form, cryptocurrency exchanges and trading platforms can fulfill their legal obligations and assist users in meeting their tax responsibilities.
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• Python_newbieJan 26, 2023 · 3 years ago
  The W9 form is like the IRS's way of saying, 'Hey, we want to know who's making money in the cryptocurrency world.' When you reach a certain level of activity on a cryptocurrency exchange or trading platform, they may ask you to fill out a W9 form. It's basically a way for them to collect your personal information and report it to the IRS. They want to make sure that everyone is paying their fair share of taxes. So, if you're making money from cryptocurrency trading, don't be surprised if you're asked to fill out a W9 form.
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• Manish GuptaOct 11, 2022 · 3 years ago
  At BYDFi, we take tax compliance seriously. The W9 form is an important part of ensuring that we are in line with tax regulations. When users reach a certain threshold of transactions or earnings, we may request them to fill out a W9 form. This helps us collect the necessary information for tax reporting purposes and ensures that our users are meeting their tax obligations. It's a standard practice in the cryptocurrency industry to comply with tax laws, and the W9 form is just one way we can do that.
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