At our Bitcoin ATM in Calgary you can buy Bitcoin and other popular cryptocurrency, such as Ethereum and Litecoin, with cash. With Canada's largest network of Bitcoin ATMs, Localcoin is a Toronto-based company whose mission is to provide a simple buying & selling experience of digital currency for customers while upholding privacy standards across North America.
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Localcoin Bitcoin ATM - Maple Leaf No.2 Food Market
Frequently Asked Questions About Localcoin Bitcoin ATM - Maple Leaf No.2 Food Market
What is Localcoin?
Localcoin is Canada’s largest cryptocurrency ATM network that enables customers to buy cryptocurrency with cash at a physical location. Customers can visit one of our 950+ physical ATMs at our retail locations, composed primarily of convenience stores and gas stations.
What is Bitcoin?
Bitcoin is a decentralized digital currency, meaning it is not controlled by any government or central bank. Bitcoin can be used to buy goods and services online, and can also be held as an investment. Each Bitcoin is like a computer file that is stored in a 'digital wallet' app on a smartphone or computer. People can send Bitcoins to your digital wallet, and you can send Bitcoins to other people. Every single transaction is recorded in a public list called the blockchain.
What is a Bitcoin ATM?
A Bitcoin ATM is a machine that enables users to buy Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies using cash. It functions similarly to a traditional ATM, enabling users to deposit cash and receive Bitcoin in their wallet, or sell bitcoin and receive cash.
How do I use a Bitcoin ATM?
Step 1: Get a Bitcoin Wallet:
We recommend the following easy-to-use Bitcoin wallets downloadable from your app store: Trust Wallet, Exodus or Coinbase Wallet
You'll need to take this wallet (or a printed QR code) with you, to the machine.
Step 2: Visit a Localcoin Bitcoin ATM
All you need is your wallet’s address, QR code and cash!
Step 3: At the Machine
a. Tap the machine's touchscreen, then read the on-screen prompt.
b. Select your desired cryptocurrency. (Bitcoin, Ethereum, LTC, etc.)
c. In your wallet, find the QR code. This tells the machine where to send your Bitcoin once you've confirmed your purchase.
d. Hold it up to the machine's camera and wait for it to be scanned.
Step 4: Purchasing Your Bitcoins
a. After scanning the QR code, insert your CAD bills.
b. Confirm the amount on the screen to complete your purchase.
c. Please note that there will be a service fee, which varies based on the Bitcoin market.
Step 5: Receiving Your Bitcoins
Once you've confirmed your purchase, your Bitcoins will be sent to the address you provided.
Transactions are usually instantaneous but may take anywhere between 10–30 minutes, or even 1–2 hours in rare cases.
What is a Bitcoin/Crypto Wallet and how do I get one?
A crypto wallet is a necessary part of holding and transacting crypto coins. To send or receive any kind of coin, you’ll need a secure wallet that’s just for cryptocurrency. These specialized wallets:
1. Exist to keep track of coin ownership
2. Help generate the public addresses you’ll need to make transactions.
3. Don’t hold your coins like a traditional wallet does; instead, your Bitcoin, Ether, Litecoin, etc. all exist on the blockchain — your crypto wallet simply gives you access to them.
You can download a crypto wallet from your app store, some easy-to-use mobile wallets include BRD Wallet, Bitpay, and Blockchain.
What are the limits for purchasing Bitcoin?
The minimum amount of Bitcoins (and other coins) you can buy from a Localcoin ATM is $20 CAD. The maximum is $995 per transaction, with at most 5 transactions per day.
What payment methods are accepted?
We only accept Canadian cash bills. For other payment methods such as debit/credit cards, you can purchase online by visiting our website at localcoinatm.com
What other cryptocurrency coins do you sell at your Bitcoin ATMs?
We sell Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Ripple, USDC, and Tether at our ATMs.
What is Localcoin?
Localcoin is Canada’s largest cryptocurrency ATM network that enables customers to buy cryptocurrency with cash at physical locations, primarily convenience stores and gas stations, with over 950 ATMs.
What is a Bitcoin ATM and how does it work?
A Bitcoin ATM is a machine that allows users to buy cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin using cash. You insert cash, scan your wallet's QR code, and receive the cryptocurrency in your digital wallet.
How do I use the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM at Maple Leaf No.2 Food Market?
Obtain a cryptocurrency wallet app such as Trust Wallet or Coinbase Wallet. Visit the ATM with your wallet's QR code and cash, select the desired cryptocurrency on screen, scan your QR code, insert cash, and confirm the purchase. Your coins will be sent to your wallet address shortly.
What cryptocurrencies can I buy at this Localcoin Bitcoin ATM?
You can buy Bitcoin, Litecoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Dogecoin, Shiba Inu, Ripple, USDC, and Tether at the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM located at Maple Leaf No.2 Food Market.
What are the purchase limits at the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM?
Minimum purchase is $20 CAD and the maximum is $995 per transaction, with a limit of 5 transactions per day.
What payment methods are accepted at the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM?
Only Canadian cash bills are accepted at the Bitcoin ATM. For debit or credit card payments, purchases can be made online through the Localcoin website.
What are the operating hours for this Bitcoin ATM?
The Localcoin Bitcoin ATM at 2639 17 Ave SW, Calgary, is open every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Is the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM location wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the ATM location has a wheelchair accessible entrance and parking available.
What nearby places can help me find Localcoin Bitcoin ATM at Maple Leaf No.2 Food Market?
You can find the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM near the 17th Ave Thrift Store and the Newcastle Pub in Calgary. These landmarks can help guide you to the ATM location.
What nearby entertainment options are close to the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM?
After using the Localcoin Bitcoin ATM, you might enjoy visiting the Newcastle Pub for a drink or the School of Rock Calgary for music lessons, both just nearby.
Are there any nearby dining options close to Localcoin Bitcoin ATM at Maple Leaf No.2 Food Market?
Yes, nearby dining includes Sushi in, a Japanese restaurant, Jeanne's Pizza Pantry for pizza, and the 1212 Sake Bar & Grill, offering various bar options.