How to Buy Centrifuge (CFG)

CEX.IO has supported a growing ecosystem of digital assets since 2013, and Centrifuge (CFG) is now available on our platform. With more than 15 million registered users globally, CEX.IO strives to make purchasing, storing, and converting digital assets streamlined across desktop and mobile.

Centrifuge is a89 decentralized protocol focused on bringing real-world assets (RWAs) — such as invoices, credit pools, and tokenized funds — on-chain. The project has been active since 2017 and is among the earliest teams building infrastructure for RWA tokenization in decentralized finance. The CFG token is used for governance and staking within the Centrifuge ecosystem.

This guide walks you through how to buy Centrifuge on CEX.IO step by step, the supported payment methods, and factors to consider before completing your first CFG purchase.

How to Buy Centrifuge?

Buying CFG on CEX.IO follows our standard flow and can be completed on both the web platform and the CEX.IO Mobile App, available for iOS and Android devices.

Here’s a step-by-step instruction on how to purchase Centrifuge on CEX.IO:

Step 1: Register an Account

To begin, go to CEX.IO and click Register in the top right corner, then Create Your Account. You’ll need a valid email address, a secure password, and your country of residence. Open the confirmation email from CEX.IO and click the verification link to activate your account.

Step 2: Verify Your Identity

Before you can buy Centrifuge (CFG) on CEX.IO, you’ll need to complete identity verification.

This is a required step for all users on regulated exchanges like CEX.IO and helps uphold international KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) standards. It keeps your trading account secure and allows CEX.IO to operate in a compliant environment for digital-asset transactions.

To verify your identity, follow these steps:

• Confirm your residence — select your country of residence and enter accurate address details, including postal code and street.
• Secure your account with a phone number — enter a valid mobile number with the appropriate country code.
• Complete biometric verification — use your device’s camera to perform a quick facial scan.
• Upload an official ID document — choose one form of identification (passport, national ID, or driver’s license) and upload clear images of both sides.
• Provide document details — input the required data associated with your chosen ID document.

Note: In some jurisdictions, additional questions may be required to comply with local financial regulations in the form of a short questionnaire.

Step 3: Buy Centrifuge (CFG)

Once verified, your CEX.IO account will be fully activated, giving you access to a free crypto wallet and the ability to buy, sell, convert, and store Centrifuge and other digital assets.

You also gain access to Instant Buy, an intuitive feature that lets you purchase CFG with a credit or debit card. Here’s how to buy Centrifuge through Instant Buy:

1. Log into your account using your established credentials.
2. Navigate to Instant Buy from the dashboard or under the Products tab.
3. Specify the fiat currency you’d like to use for your purchase.
4. Enter the amount.
5. Choose Centrifuge (CFG) from the dropdown menu.
6. Click Buy Crypto Instantly to proceed to the Add Funds page.
7. Click Select Payment Method.
8. Choose credit/debit card as your preferred payment method.
9. Enter your card details, such as card number and expiration date.
10. Complete your Centrifuge purchase as instructed on the screen.

Note: Availability of CFG and specific payment methods is subject to jurisdictional limitations.

Benefits of Buying Centrifuge on CEX.IO

Buying Centrifuge through CEX.IO brings together quick card-based transactions, a fully integrated wallet, and access to the CEX.IO product ecosystem. Users can fund their account without a separate pre-funding step and move straight into CFG from supported fiat currencies.

The experience is consistent across web and mobile platforms, so you can manage a multi-asset portfolio in one place rather than juggling external tools.

Key advantages include:

• Streamlined checkout across desktop and the CEX.IO Mobile App.
• Built-in CEX.IO wallet with CFG deposit and withdrawal support.
• Instant Buy for fast card-based purchases.
• Access to 200+ vetted digital assets on a single platform.
• Crypto Converter for moving between CFG and other supported assets.
• Customer support available through our Help Center and in-app chat.

Things to Consider Before Buying Centrifuge

Centrifuge is a digital asset with its own use case and market dynamics. Its price and liquidity can behave differently from larger, more established tokens, and users should review the project’s documentation alongside their own jurisdiction’s rules.

Key points to keep in mind:

• Digital-asset prices, including CFG, can rise or fall independently of any fiat or government currency.
• Card issuers may classify crypto purchases as cash advances, which can add 3–5% in fees with interest that typically starts accruing immediately.
• Foreign-exchange fees of 1–3% can apply when paying in a currency different from your card’s home currency.
• CFG is on the Centrifuge (EVM and Centrifuge Chain) network — network fees apply when withdrawing to an external wallet.
• Availability of the asset on the CEX.IO platform is subject to jurisdictional limitations.

Transactions in virtual currency are irrevocable; losses due to fraudulent or accidental transactions may result in the loss of funds with no recourse. Please refer to our Terms of Use for more details.

Alternative Ways to Buy Centrifuge on CEX.IO

With more than a decade of experience, CEX.IO offers a range of funding paths beyond card payments. If a particular method is unavailable for your account or region, you may choose from the alternatives below.

Credit/Debit Card (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX)

Card payments remain one of the most widely used ways to buy CFG on CEX.IO through Instant Buy. Visa, Mastercard, and select American Express cards can be used where supported. For more detail, see our guide on how to buy crypto with American Express.

PayPal (US-based users only)

US-based customers can buy Centrifuge with PayPal by linking their PayPal account to their CEX.IO wallet. This is supported through Instant Buy and adds another layer of buyer protection.

Bank Account

Another pathway is to buy CFG with a bank account. CEX.IO supports SWIFT, SEPA, and Faster Payments depending on your location. Bank transfers can be suitable for larger purchases, typically with lower fees than cards (0.1% deposit commission with a $10 minimum).

Bank transfers are available via our Wallet functionality. Once funds are credited, you can convert fiat into CFG or any of the 200+ supported digital assets using our Crypto Converter. Note: bank transfers are currently not supported for U.S.-based customers, but PayPal and debit/credit cards remain available.

Apple Pay

Users can also buy Centrifuge with Apple Pay on CEX.IO by linking Apple Pay to a credit or debit card. This method is available through our iOS mobile app and supports Instant Buy transactions.

Google Pay

Android users can buy Centrifuge with Google Pay by linking Google Pay to a supported credit or debit card. This method is available through our Android mobile app and supports Instant Buy transactions.

Payment Methods at a Glance

Availability of each payment method is subject to jurisdictional limitations. Bank transfers are currently not supported for U.S.-based customers; PayPal and debit/credit cards remain available. For the most current fees and limits, see the CEX.IO Limits & Commissions page.