1. 1.

   Open Kraken Pay:

   Launch the Kraken mobile app and tap Pay in the bottom right corner. If this is your first time using Kraken Pay, you’ll be prompted to create a Kraktag.
2. 2.

   Choose your Kraktag:

   Type in the Kraktag you’d like to use, or let us make one for you. Once you’re satisfied with your Kraktag, tap the Continue button.

   Note: You’ll have the option to update your Kraktag (Up to two times) if you change your mind.
3. 3.

   Authenticate with X (If needed):

   If you’ve chosen a Kraktag that matches a high-profile X account, you will see an option to “Authenticate with X”. To authenticate with X, your Kraktag must match your X handle. (@YourHandle)

   Tap Continue with X to begin the process. A pop-up window will appear, prompting you to sign in and authorize Kraken to verify your username via X. Once authenticated, you’ll see a “Successfully Authenticated” message.
4. 4.

   Share or close:

   If you want, tap Share to let your followers and friends know you’re on Kraken Pay! Otherwise, you may close the window to return to the main Kraken Pay screen.

1. 1.

   Tap Pay in the bottom-right of the app homepage.
2. 2.

   Select the recipient you want to send funds to. You can also share your Kraktag with your Recipient.

   Note: List of recipients are existing Kraken users. If a recipient is not available, they have to sign up with Kraken and create a Kraktag to be available. Click here for information on Recipient without a Kraken account.
3. 3.

   If you have previous transfers with the selected recipient, you can select the relevant transfer to send again. If you’d like to send a different amount, tap the purple Send button as shown below.
4. 4.

   Review the transfer details, tap Send again, and your recipient will immediately receive their funds!
   

1. 1.

   Open the Kraken App.
2. 2.

   Tap the Send button on the app homepage.
3. 3.

   Tap Let’s go.
4. 4.

   If it’s your first time using Kraken Pay, you will need to create a unique Kraktag to help any potential new senders find you. (You may change your Kraktag later on).

   
   
5. 5.

   Enter the amount of funds to send and tap Continue (the currency shown will be your default currency or you can select a different currency). You can send more than your current holdings, by choosing an alternative asset later on to fund with.
6. 6.

   Select or search for your intended recipient across Kraken users. Select the Kraktag or email that you want to send to. If a recipient is not available, they have to sign up with Kraken and create a Kraktag to be available. Click here for information on Recipient without a Kraken account.

   Alternatively, a recipient with no Kraken account can be directly sent a payment link through which they can set up their account and receive funds.
7. 7.

   Review the transfer details and add a note if required, then tap Send and your recipient will instantly receive their funds!

1. 1.

   Open the Kraken App.
   
2. 2.

   Tap the Purple Action Button in the middle of the Navigation bar.
3. 3.

   Tap Send in the pop-up menu.
4. 4.

   If it’s your first time using Kraken Pay, you will need to create a unique Kraktag to help any potential new senders find you. (You may change your Kraktag up to 2 times later on.)
5. 5.

   Enter the amount of funds in your default currency to send and tap Continue (or you can select a different currency). You can send more than your current holdings, by choosing an alternative asset later on to fund with.
6. 6.

   Select or search for your intended recipient across Kraken users. Select the Kraktag or email that you want to send to. If a recipient is not available, they have to sign up with Kraken and create a Kraktag to be available. Click here for information on Recipient without a Kraken account.

   Note: List of recipients are existing Kraken users.

   Alternatively, a recipient with no Kraken account can be directly sent a payment link through which they can set up their account and receive funds.
7. 7.

   Review the transfer details and add a note if required, then tap Send and your recipient will instantly receive their funds!

1. 1.

   Open the Kraken App.
   
2. 2.

   Tap the Purple Action Button in the middle of the Navigation bar.
3. 3.

   Tap the Send Button at the bottom of the page.
4. 4.

   If it’s your first time using Kraken Pay, you will need to create a unique Kraktag to help any potential new senders find you. (You may change your Kraktag up to 2 times later on.)
5. 5.

   Enter the amount of funds in your default currency to send and tap Continue (or you can select a different currency). You can send more than your current holdings, by choosing an alternative asset later on to fund with.
6. 6.

   Select or search for your intended recipient across Kraken users. Select the Kraktag or email that you want to send to. If a recipient is not available, they have to sign up with Kraken and create a Kraktag to be available. Click here for information on Recipient without a Kraken account.

   Note: List of recipients are existing Kraken users.

   Alternatively, a recipient with no Kraken account can be directly sent a payment link through which they can set up their account and receive funds.
7. 7.

   Review the transfer details and add a note if required, then tap Send and your recipient will instantly receive their funds!

1. 1.

   Share your payment details:

   If the sender has a Kraken account, they can send funds using your Kraktag, your registered email address, or your phone number. If the sender doesn’t have a Kraken account—or even if they do—you can share a paylink instead. That paylink will guide them through signing up (if needed) and completing the payment.
2. 2.

   Open the Kraken App:

   Once the sender initiates the payment, you’ll see the incoming transaction under the Pay tab.
3. 3.

   Review the payment details:

   Select the pending transaction to view the amount, any note from the sender, and the payment details.
4. 4.

   Accept the payment:

   Tap the Accept payment button. Your funds will appear in your Kraken account instantly!

1. 1.

   Open the link you received:

   Tap the link in the text message or notification. You’ll be taken to a Kraken webpage or prompted to download the Kraken App.
2. 2.

   Download the Kraken App:

   Install our free app from the App Store or Google Play Store, then launch it to begin the signup process.
3. 3.

   Create your new Kraken account:

   Select Create account and enter the email address you’d like to use. You’ll receive a confirmation email, click the link inside to verify and activate your account.
4. 4.

   Verify your account:

   After your account is activated, tap on the “Get verified” button at the top of the Kraken App Home page. Then complete the verification process.
5. 5.

   Claim your funds:

   After you verify your Kraken account, tap on the “Pay” button in the bottom right corner. You will see an incoming payment, tap the payment, and then tap the Accept payment button.

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  Update the Kraken App to the latest version.
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  Open the Kraken App and accept the updated terms of service.
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  Ensure your Kraken account is verified to the Intermediate level or above.
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  Ensure you are in a permitted location (i.e. you can navigate through Kraken Pay).

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  Intermediate: 10,000 USD per 30-day rolling period.
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  Pro and 2FA enabled: 100,000 USD per 30-day rolling period.
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  Intermediate / Pro and 2FA disabled: 100 USD per 30-day rolling period.

1. 1.

   Tap Pay in the bottom left corner, and then tap on your profile image in the top left corner.
2. 2.

   You’ll then be on your profile page, tap Edit under your profile photo.
3. 3.

   From here, you may edit your Kraktag by tapping the pencil icon next to your current Kraktag.

Note: You may change your Kraktag a maximum of two times after creation. If you change your Kraktag you will have to wait 120 days before you can update it again.

1. 1.

   Tap Pay in the bottom left corner, and then tap on your profile image in the top left corner.
   
2. 2.

   You’ll then be on your profile page, tap your profile picture.
   
3. 3.

   From here, you’ll be able to take a photo or choose from a picture from your library to set as your profile picture.
   

Note: profile pictures will be subject to our Content Moderation policy. Please review this page for more details.