How do I open a cryptocurrency account?

Opening an account on Merury Iconex Cryptocurrency Exchange is a simple process. **

Here are the clear steps for users:

Inform and choose our exchange:

Mercury Iconex is a reputable online centralized exchange in Suriname. Click here to visit our website or manually enter our domain name "Mercuryiconex.org" via Google search engine. You can also enter our domain name [https://mercuryiconex.org/] in the internet address bar of your preferred browser.

Visit the exchange website: - Navigate and explore the official website of our exchange for information and tips on our services, products and related company information.

Make sure you are on our official and legitimate website to avoid fraudulent practices.You can check the security status of the website in the far left corner of the internet address bar.

Sign up or register:

Click open an account via our official website to register for a private crypto account.
Enter your email address and create a strong password and keep it safe.
Skip the "Reference code" if you have not received it from us or a friend.
Agree to the terms and conditions and privacy policy.
Then click "Register".

Email verification:

Check your email inbox for a verification link sent by us.
Click on the link to verify your email address and unlock your account.

Finish your profile:

Log in to your newly created private account, with your email address and the strong password you entered during registration.

You are now online and can log in without any problems with your email address and password.Explore your account and the exchange to get used to it.For your own safety, we advise you to log out at all times when you are finished with activities on the exchange.

Fill in your personal details, such as name, date of birth and address, in the security section of the exchange.

Activate "Two-Factor Authentication" (2FA):

For extra security of your account, set up 2FA with an authentication app such as Google Authenticator.

There are plenty of videos on Youtube on how to do this flawlessly. You can also explore our Online Academy on how to set up Google 2FA for your account.

Identity Verification (KYC):

Most trusted and reputable exchanges require "Know Your Customer" (KYC) verification to keep their financial systems and transactions secure.
Mercury Iconex's KYC is done automatically using "iDenfy".
Once you initiate the KYC process from your Mercury Iconex account, follow the steps on your screen carefully. Have your government-issued ID (e.g. passport, driver's license or E-ID) ready.
Take a Selfie or attach additional documents if needed.
Wait for us to verify your documents and identity, which may take anywhere from a few minutes to a few days.

Depositing Funds:

Once your account is verified, navigate to the E-Wallet and the "Deposit" section.

Choose your preferred deposit method for Cryptocurrency transfers (bank transfer, credit card or Paypal options will be added in the future).
Follow the instructions of local Payment Providers ( Grypto Geeks SU and Libera Investments NV) to fund your Mercury Iconex account.

Start Trading or Transacting:

With digital money in your account, you can now start buying and selling cryptocurrencies.
You can also receive digital money from third parties or from other crypto accounts if you don't have money in your account yet.

To trade your cryptocurrencies, navigate to the trading platform, select the trading pair (SRDC-USDT or BTC-USDT) you are interested in and place your order.

Be alert and vigilant:

Always double-check all your cryptocurrency addresses before making any transactions.
Never give your passwords to strangers to perform actions on your behalf.
Use 2FA for all account activities.
Be wary of scams and/or hacking attempts and never click on links that do not appear trustworthy.
Always double-check domain names or websites.

By following these steps carefully, you can successfully open and manage an account on Mercury Iconex cryptocurrency exchange.

Updated on: 22/01/2025

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