How to buy Wrapped BTC

There’s no fixed minimum amount of Wrapped BTC that can be purchased on MetaMask. The minimum purchase depends on the onramp provider and payment method—many providers support Wrapped BTC purchases starting around ~$1–$5.

Wrapped BTC can be purchased on MetaMask using a debit card, credit card, bank transfer, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal, and other regional options. MetaMask displays all methods available in the buyer’s location at the time of purchase.

No exchange account is needed to buy Wrapped BTC on MetaMask. WBTC is purchased through integrated, leading onramp providers directly inside your MetaMask wallet.

Buying Wrapped BTC on MetaMask delivers WBTC to a self-custodial wallet—you control your funds from the moment of purchase, no third party can freeze or restrict access to these assets. On a centralized exchange, the platform holds WBTC in a custodial account and controls the wallet funds on the buyer’s behalf.

MetaMask is a self-custodial wallet with millions of monthly active users. WBTC purchased via MetaMask is controlled by the buyer—not by MetaMask or any third party. MetaMask's code is open source, independently audited, and backed by a bug bounty program. Built-in security features include Blockaid-powered alerts for malicious requests and Smart Transactions for MEV protection. All purchases are processed through regulated onramp providers, and Private Keys are stored locally on the buyer's device.