Cryptocurrency investments have increased dramatically over the last couple of years in Australia. 

Values have shot up by more than 1,000% for popular cryptos like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Ripple,

Litecoin and Cardano. Any Australian who purchased cryptos a few years ago is feeling happy right now.

Are you interested in buying crypto too? If you are, there are some things you need to know first. Even though crypto investments can be profitable, they also can be extremely risky. 

You must educate yourself on the crypto marketplace before purchasing any cryptos with your hard-earned money.

Below are the top seven things you should know before buying crypto in Australia.

1) Pick a Good Exchange

Cryptos are bought and sold on a crypto currency exchange. Some of the most prominent Australian crypto exchanges include Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, Swyftx, and Coinspot. 

Each crypto exchange has its pros and cons. For instance, Binance offers the widest selection of altcoins. 

These are cryptos other than Bitcoin, such as Litecoin and Ethereum. While Bitcoin might get the most publicity, at least 40% of the crypto market is devoted to other cryptos. Their prices are a lot cheaper than Bitcoin too.

Swyftx offers low crypto trading fees and high-quality features. Coinbase allows you to pay with a debit card rather than a bank account. Therefore, the choice you make depends on your particular trading preferences.

2) Avoid Scammers

Social media platforms are consumed with so-called crypto gurus and experts. They will try to sell you training videos or provide crypto investment strategies for making a lot of money with

Bitcoin. 

Their claims might state that Bitcoin will be worth $1 million in 10 years, so you must invest in it now.

The truth is that nobody knows where Bitcoin will be in 10 years. It is a speculative asset with no tangible value. The vast volatility of Bitcoin and altcoins are based on speculation alone. Remember that.

3) Investment Small Amounts

The crypto market is highly volatile. Bitcoin could go from a value of $60,000 per coin to $45,000 in just one day. 

If you invest large sums of money, it is possible to lose 30% to 40% in the blink of an eye. That is why you should invest small amounts of money that you can afford to lose.

The good news is that you do not have to pay the total value of one coin. The crypto market allows you to purchase a fraction of a coin at a lower cost.

For example, if Bitcoin is valued at $50,000 per coin, you could spend only $100 and purchase 0.002 worth of Bitcoin rather than one complete coin.

4) Join an Online Crypto Community

You can get a free crypto education by joining an online community composed of other crypto investors. 

It gives crypto enthusiasts a chance to share news and information about the crypto market. Reddit and Facebook Groups have some good crypto communities.

Just beware of scammers and self-promoters. The active community discussions can give you a basic sense of what is going on in the market. However, do not rely on these communities to provide you with investment advice.

5) Create Your Own Strategies

Create your own crypto trading strategies. It is challenging to make accurate predictions, but most strategists will rely on global economic news to form their strategies. 

If inflation is high on popular national currencies, then more people will want to invest in cryptos.

Do not invest in crypto until you know how much you want to spend and how much you want to earn. 

Stick to your strategy, no matter what, to avoid making investment mistakes.

6) Look for Exchanges Accepting Australian Currency

You might be surprised to learn that many popular crypto exchanges do not accept AUD currency. 

Sometimes you will have the option to convert your currency into an accepted currency before purchasing crypto. 

But you will have to pay additional fees to do it. It is better to find a crypto exchange that accepts AUD. A few of these exchanges include Biance, Liquid and Huobi Global.

7) Limited Regulations

Crypto markets are still somewhat new to Australia. They do not have as much financial regulatory oversight compared to traditional securities markets. That makes the crypto market even riskier for investors.

On the upside, some crypto exchanges offer insurance coverage to their members. This

insurance covers crypto theft and loss due to hackers and technical malfunctions. Look for these insurance plans as you research various crypto exchanges.