How to Buy Marscoin
A step-by-step guide to purchasing MARS on centralized exchanges. From account creation to secure wallet storage.
Quick Start
Three steps to owning Marscoin. The entire process takes about 10 minutes.
Atomic Swap (Trustless)
Trade BTC for MARS directly from your wallet — no exchange, no KYC, no custody. Download Electrum-Mars and use the built-in Atomic Swap tab.
Exchange (LBank)
For USDC trading, use LBank — the primary exchange with the highest MARS volume and a reliable order book.
OTC / Community
For larger trades or peer-to-peer deals, join the Marscoin Discord community.
Exchanges
LBank is the primary exchange for Marscoin trading. OTC trades are also available through the community for larger amounts or direct peer-to-peer purchases.
Atomic Swap (BTC↔MARS)
TrustlessTrade Bitcoin for Marscoin directly from the Electrum-Mars wallet. No exchange account, no KYC, no custody. Uses hash time-locked contracts (HTLCs) on both chains — the swap either completes fully or both sides refund. The most sovereign way to acquire MARS.
- 01 Download and install Electrum-Mars (v4.3.2.0+mars or later)
- 02 Open the Atomic Swap tab
- 03 Browse available offers or create your own
- 04 Accept an offer and send BTC to the generated HTLC address
- 05 Your wallet automatically claims MARS when the maker reveals the preimage
LBank
ExchangeLargest Marscoin trading volume. The recommended exchange for new buyers with a reliable order book and USDC trading pair.
- 01 Create a free account at lbank.com
- 02 Complete identity verification (KYC)
- 03 Deposit USDC to your LBank wallet
- 04 Search for MARS/USDC trading pair
- 05 Place a market or limit buy order
OTC & Community Trading
For larger purchases or direct peer-to-peer trades, join the Marscoin Discord community. OTC trades can be arranged directly with other members for amounts that might move the order book.
OTC Trading
For larger purchases or direct peer-to-peer trades, join the Marscoin Discord community. OTC trades can be arranged directly with other community members for amounts that might move the order book on smaller exchanges.
After You Buy
Once you have MARS, here's what to do next. Security should always be your first priority.
Download a Wallet
Move your MARS off the exchange into a personal wallet you control. Electrum for desktop, Martian Republic for mobile.
View Wallets →Explore the Martian Republic
Use your MARS to participate in decentralized governance. Register as a citizen and vote on proposals.
Learn About Governance →Join the Community
Connect with fellow Mars enthusiasts on Discord, Telegram, and Reddit. Stay updated on development.
Join Community →Security Tips
- • Never leave coins on an exchange long-term. Exchanges can be hacked, shut down, or freeze withdrawals.
- • Use Electrum for desktop storage. It supports hardware wallet integration and is the recommended wallet for larger holdings.
- • Back up your seed phrase. Write it down on paper and store it somewhere safe. Never store it digitally or share it with anyone.
- • Verify wallet downloads. Always download wallets from official sources linked at marscoin.org/wallets.
Current Market Data
All-time high recorded February 2021. Prices are approximate and may vary by exchange. Always check current prices before trading.
Live Price Data
For real-time pricing, charts, and detailed market data, check Marscoin on CoinGecko or view the live market page.
Marscoin Foundation does not endorse or guarantee any exchange. Trading cryptocurrencies involves risk. Always conduct your own research before trading. Never invest more than you can afford to lose. Withdraw to a personal wallet for safekeeping.
