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Quick start for clients in the United States
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Kraken proudly serves clients in the United States, whether you’re brand-new or an experienced trader, the information below will help you get started quickly and confidently.
At this time, Kraken does not offer services to residents of Washington (WA), New York (NY), and Maine (ME).

Let's get Kraken:

Account creation & verification
Instantly buy crypto
Depositing cash
Depositing crypto
Staking crypto
Withdrawing crypto
These materials are for general information purposes only and are not investment advice or a recommendation or solicitation to buy, sell, stake, or hold any cryptoasset or to engage in any specific trading strategy. Kraken makes no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of any such information and will not be liable for any errors, omissions, or delays in this information or any losses, injuries, or damages arising from its display or use. Kraken does not and will not work to increase or decrease the price of any particular cryptoasset it makes available. Some crypto products and markets are regulated and others are unregulated; regardless, Kraken may or may not be required to be registered or otherwise authorised to provide specific products and services in each market, and you may not be protected by government compensation and/or regulatory protection schemes. The unpredictable nature of the crypto-asset markets can lead to loss of funds. Tax may be payable on any return and/or on any increase in the value of your cryptoassets and you should seek independent advice on your taxation position. Geographic restrictions may apply. See Legal Disclosures for each jurisdiction here.