Is there an age limit for opening a Coinbase account?

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• Ladefoged DwyerJan 23, 2022 · 4 years ago
  Yes, there is an age limit for opening a Coinbase account. To create an account on Coinbase, you must be at least 18 years old. This is to comply with legal and regulatory requirements regarding cryptocurrency transactions and financial services. Minors are not allowed to create accounts on Coinbase.
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• Soumya Ranjan MohantyJan 06, 2026 · 4 months ago
  Absolutely! You need to be 18 or older to open a Coinbase account. It's a legal requirement to ensure compliance with regulations and protect against potential fraud or misuse of the platform. So, if you're under 18, you'll have to wait a bit longer before you can start trading cryptocurrencies on Coinbase.
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• Nicolas FabreAug 19, 2025 · 8 months ago
  Yes, Coinbase has an age limit for account opening. According to Coinbase's terms of service, you must be at least 18 years old to create an account. This is a common requirement among cryptocurrency exchanges to ensure compliance with regulations and prevent underage users from accessing the platform. If you're under 18, you can explore other platforms that may have different age restrictions.
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